A lobster-tailed pot helmet(Zischägge),German or Polish,mid-17th century. The skull forged in one piece and embossed with six radial ribs. Riveted crown plate with a loop finial. Riveted peak with turned under edge and adjustable nasal bar. Pendant cheek pieces with seven holes each. Neck guard of four upward lapping lames with turned under edge. Remnants of the old leathering. Height 29 cm,historic,historical,,17th century,defensive arms,weapons,arms,weapon,arm,fighting device,object,objects,stills,clipping,clippings,cut out,cut-out,cut-out,Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

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