deepeeka republican montefortino a brass Festival mantels Close helmets in the Greenwich

Close helmets in the Greenwich style are characterised by an upward-pointing visor shaped like a ship's prow

Its tip is strengthened with kevlar for optimal safety

Needles were valuable objects and were therefore well kept in cases like this

This butt cap is made after originals that were used between the 1st century BC and the 13th century

The grip has been slightly widened for comfort

deepeeka republican montefortino a brass Festival mantels Close helmets in the GreenwichThis is a replica of an early Roman helmet found in Arles (France). The montefortino was originally a Celtic helmet type. Helmets like this were worn by legionaries in the Roman Republic. Similar helmets were found in Spain, Gaul and Northern Italy. It is made of brass and the peak can be decorated with horsehair. It weighs 1,4 kg and is delivered including an interior arming cap. The helmet is suitable for a head circumference up to 60 cm.