Rare WW1 French L'Intendance' Adrian Helmet

Without doubt one of the rarest M15 Adrian helmets to be encountered this is an excellent example of those worn by troops of 'L'Intendance' ( Quartermaster/Supply Corps).
The badge was introduced in March 1916 & consists of a Laurel wreath, flags and fasces for the officials of 'L'Intendance'. With a high proportion of its original early factory blue paint to inside & out the leather liner is of the multi construction second pattern with tightening lace to centre. Rolled newspaper can be seen pushed up behind the liner no doubt for comfort & insulation , I have made no attempt to pull this out. Finally the original chinstrap is in excellent condition with black painted iron buckle intact.
There is some overall moderate wear to the helmet & evidence of prolonged storage however all leatherwork is still in good order.

Code: 14577