The Dorsetshire Regiment Victorian Officer's helmet plate .

A fine gilt example worn circa 1881-1901. Crowned star mounted with laurel wreath and Garter, the black velvet centre (now absent) bearing silver 'Primus in India' scroll over regimental Gibraltar Castle, Key and motto. Mounted on the base of the wreath, a silver tri-part scroll inscribed 'The Dorsetshire Regiment'. Three loops to reverse. VGC