A Hellenistic helmet of Pilos type with rich embellishments,4th/3rd century classical cone-shaped form,the tapering skull reinforced with a riveted cap surmounted by a tall,S-shaped plume socket and forked crest holder,flanked by riveted helical sockets terminating into stylised snake head lower part of the skull with offset recessed rim,on either side a pair of pierced holes beneath four-spoke wheel appliqué with crest holder 36 cm,weight 915 to green patina,on one side of the skull an ancient repair,p,Additional-Rights-Clearences-Not Available

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