EAST LOTHIAN YEOMANRY CAVALRY VICTORIAN OFFICERS HELMET PLATE

Very striking 2 piece example of this exceedingly rare 2nd pattern helmet plate.
Silver plated beautifully fretted thistle wreath surmounted by crown.
The detail on the thistles/leaves is outstanding and with no rubbing or damage.
Gilded strap with motto this seperetely applied with 4 thin pins which have possibly been replaced at some point during it's working life ?
The edge of the helmet plate has scallops to fit round the thistle tops and under the crown. Inside the raised strap is a Star of the Order of the Thistle with "LACESSIT" motto.
To the centre is a unit cypher.
The back has 3 screw posts.
Large size, approx 5 " by 4" inches.
Considering the age,( this unit only existed 1797 to 1888), the H.P. is in very good order .
This is the officer pattern the o/r's being brass and much less elaborate than this .
V.G.C.

Code: 57753