A ROMAN BRONZE HELMET, of rounded form, peaked at the front, with decorated finial on top, the sides pierced and partly with attachment for cheek pieces, silvery green patina, circa 220-170 B.C.

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A ROMAN BRONZE HELMET, of rounded form, peaked at the front, with decorated finial on top, the sides pierced and partly with attachment for cheek pieces, silvery green patina, circa 220-170 B.C.
8¼in. (21cm.) high

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This type of helmet was worn by Roman legionaries in the Punic Wars. Originally it would have had cheek pieces and chin strap and would have been lined with leather. C.f. British Museum GR1975.6_3.1

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