This type of helmet was used by the military forces of the Khadive regime in Egypt. A mix of European style and earlier ottoman style Turban shaped helmet. Copper / brass construction with the nose guard in the form of a downward pointing arrow, back neck guard and chin flaps decorated with five pointed stars. Brass rings mail. Height 13 inches. very good condition. Below is a copy of a mid 19 C. drawings showing cavalry warriors wearing a similar helmet.