Historical information
Head protection for cyclists first appeared in the 1920s when the issue of safety became a concern. Since that time head protection has developed more sophistication.
Significance
This is a particularly good run of examples from the 1930's through to the 1950's, showing efforts to refine the helmut for safety.
Physical description
3 Leather padded helmets and 1 slim line padded leather/plastic helmut. Item 1 has a head protector and ear flaps c 1930s. Item II has a head protector without ear flaps c 1940s Item III has a head protector with flaps c 1950s. Each of these head protectors are stuffed with capok.
Inscriptions & markings
"Detto Pietro Milano"
