The "spider-like" legs of this helmet protected the mounted soldier's face and head from slashing sword blows. The legs could be raised and locked up out of the way when not required.
Date
1600
date QS:P571,+1600-00-00T00:00:00Z/9
Medium
Iron with black paint
Dimensions
Overall: 30.2 x 21.3 x 17.7 cm (11 7/8 x 8 3/8 x 6 15/16 in.)
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