Museum Exhibit Gem! JUAN MANUEL FANGIO 1955-57 Circa Formula One F1 RACE USED HELMET Used in Training Sessions during 1955-57. Made in Argentina and Customized for Fangio!

Provenance: Stunning lot from the collection of former friend and Argentina National Team Player in 1950's! Letter of provenance and evaluation!

Important Note of Lot details:

Juan Manuel Fangio wore this helmet, gloves,  goggles along with these boots during the 1949-51 Formula 1 season. Nicknamed "El Chueco", the Argentine driver dominated the sport throughout the 1950s. Most notably, he captured a record five world championships (1951, 1954, 1955, 1956, and 1957), a feat that remained unmatched for 46 years.

The item in the ensemble exhibit significant wear and tear including dirt stains and fading and helmet has Juan Manual Fangio Initials (JMF) (See pictures)

Helmet details:

Made in Argentina. VIME trademark. Made in Argentina (See all pics)