A skull of a South German close helmet for a boy's suit of armour, circa 1580 Two-piece skull with tall roped comb. One-piece neck guard with turned and roped edge. Pierced hinge holes at the sides for the missing visor and bevor. The comb etched on both sides with fine scrolling leaves and one cartouche with a winged angel's head. The skull etched with bands bearing traces of gilding. Lining rivets and holes around the perimeter. Height 26 cm. historic, historical, defensive arms, weapons, arms, weapon, arm, fighting device, object, objects, sti, Additional-Rights-Clearance-Info-Not-Available

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Photo credit: © INTERFOTO / History / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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