13th century basket helmet antique

13th century basket helmet antiqueThis type of early pot helm developed from the first half of the 13th century. It evolved from the calotte and provided better protection for the entire head. These helmets were usually worn in combination with a chainmail coif. Helmets of this kind were worn by the European aristocracy and knightly class and are depicted in various manuscripts and on several seals. They remained in use until the late 13th century and were worn during the Crusades as

as it is constructed from good and thick fabric

Vegvisir means: that which shows the way

The vambraces are supplied as a pair

This steel is named after the capital of Syria

originating from the 9th to 10th century

5 cm and a width of 3

arming doublets often featured voiders and a chainmail skirt (gousset)

The haubergeon is available in sizes M

the legs were always a weak spot

Amongst the Slavic peoples

The Markward armour is a practical piece

Norway and Kragelund