An etched German helmet, circa 1600. A close helmet, completely etched with trefoils and stripes. The skull was forged in one piece and has a corded comb, a plume socket riveted in back, and a two lame neck protector set with rivets. Two-piece movable visor with eye slits and ventilation holes on one side. The bevor fastens with a hook and has a gorget with turned under edges. The inside has riveted and tin soldered reinforcements in places. Isolated remnants of gilding on the visor. Height 30 cm. historic, historical, 17th century, defensive arms, weapons, arm,

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