A German cuirassier helmet,circa 1620 Iron,blackened skull,forged in two pieces with a comb and plume socket,heavy fixed nasal,riveted brim rising to a point,large cheek flaps which can be fastened in front to the gorget with hooks,and riveted neck guard. Rolled-under rims surrounded by iron lining rivets. Old blacking. Height 34 cm. Small crack on left side,otherwise in good condition. Provenance: Sigmaringen Castle Collection,Stuker Auction,Berne 1975. Impressive large cuirassier helmet.,historic,historical,,17th century,defensive arms,weapons,,Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

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