Prussian Leib Hussar frontplate set for Busby

Prussian Leib Hussar Skull and Banner for NCO private purchase circa 1900. The frontplate set is in german silver metal and has not been cleaned or polished. We (AOK) do not often find original Leib Hussar plates so we enlisted a collector friend to help us with evaluating this set. He evaluated it as probably original but unusual set. The stamped metal skull does not have retention pins on the back but has small holes drilled at the edges (see photos) that allow the frontplate to be sewn to the Hussar fur covered body. The position of the holes are in the same position as the retaining pins would have been located. The continuous arc banner is the proper style for the Leib Hussar frontplate. The back has 2 loops that are proper for a NCO style Leib Hussar banner. Please view all the photos carefully and contact us at AOK if you have any questions