A morion with cheek pieces, German, end of the 16th century. Heavy two-piece forged skull with a high roped crest, slanting a bit toward the rear. Embossed lily decoration on the sides. Peak and neck protector are worked en suite with turned under and roped edges. Hinged cheek pieces. Surrounding lining rivets with decorative brass rosettes. Remnants of the original leather. Height 36 cm. historic, historical, 16th century, defensive arms, weapons, arms, weapon, arm, fighting device, object, objects, stills, clipping, clippings, cut out, cut-out, cut-outs, uten,

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