WW2 French Colonial M31 Pith Helmet

A WW2 French Colonial M31 pith helmet with metal anchor badge as worn by Vichy French troops in Syria.A very nice service worn example of the Frenchpattern pith helmet. Retains a very good shape with no damage to the cork as often is encountered on these fairly rare helmets. Khaki cotton drill material over cork with its original brown leather chin strap remaining. The inerterior linined in green cotton drill and fitted with a black leather sweatband. again the with service wear but no damage. The front of the helmet fitted wit the French colonial anchor belt badge in gilt brass.Light overall appealing soiling. Choice example.