Up for sale is a World War 1 Baden Ersatz Steel Pickelhaube Helmet. This pickelhaube would have been produced right before the M16 steel helmet. The Baden cockade is loose due to chinstrap end, probably can be pressed in with a little force.
I have been told BIA VII is for "Bekleidungs Instandsetzung Amt VII" and G for "Garnisonsdienstbrauchbar". Stamping on the lining appears to say. The item "WWI Baden Ersatz Steel Pickelhaube Helmet RARE Complete German" is in sale since Thursday, January 11, 2018. This item is in the category "Collectibles\Militaria\WW I (1914-18)\Original Period Items\Germany\Hats & Helmets". The seller is "iamthenowhereman" and is located in Norfolk, Connecticut.This item can be shipped worldwide.