A black sallet, Southern German, circa 1490 A light helmet forged in one piece with a widely extended skull and lightly pulled-in sides. The ridged neck protector coming to a point. Clearly visible hammer marks. There is minor damage both at the left temple and on the right side. The smooth visor (possibly replaced) has a broad eye slit and opens upwards. The hinges have crenellated edges and embossed decoration. There is a spring latch on the right side. Surrounding lining rivets with remnants of the original leather. Visor and skull are surrounded with double,

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Size: 1886px × 1931px
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