Military helmet - Medieval nasal helmet

MEDIEVAL NASAL HELMET for a TEMPLAR knight in riveted steel XI to XIII century Steel helmet with leather interior and leather securing strap This helmet is in very good overall condition, Dimensions and weight: 2.460 kg - H 32 - 24 x 20 cm interior 22 x 19 cm Ideal for collection or for recreating a medieval warrior's equipment The wooden display base is not included in the sale Sold as is - Please look closely at the photos. These are the photos of the item you will receive. Fast and careful shipping via Colissimo La Poste, by registered mail with signature and insurance. Items are pre-packaged as soon as they are listed on CATAWIKI Order consolidations are therefore not possible IMPORTANT NOTE: Please be present or make arrangements for the delivery of your order. For obvious safety reasons, this delivery is made by registered mail with insurance and requiring a signature, If you are not present and have not signed for it, the order will be returned to me. ANOTHER IMPORTANT DETAIL FOR DUTCH BUYERS: If you are not present, your postman will not leave a delivery notice and will mark your address as incomplete to save time. Which is neither professional nor very reliable, This nasal helmet is an exact and compliant replica, made identically to the originals found in excavations, built with the same methods, using only steel and leather, as in the Middle Ages. It is a piece for collectors and enthusiasts who cannot afford authentic archaeological pieces. Also ideal for historical re-enactment enthusiasts. The nasal helmet is one of the emblematic elements of protective equipment worn by warriors in the Middle Ages, especially from the 11th century. Its origin goes back to the Normand era, where it quickly spread among knights and soldiers due to its simplicity and effectiveness against edged and polearm weapons of the time. Usually made of steel or iron, the nasal helmet is characterized by a conical or rounded shape that covers the head while leaving an opening for vision and breathing. The centerpiece of this helmet is the "nasal," a vertical metal rod that extends from the forehead down to the bottom of the nose, offering reinforced protection for this vulnerable area. This type of helmet was often worn with a cloth or mail coif underneath to ensure greater comfort and better shock absorption. The nasal helmet design allowed good visibility while protecting the face from lateral and frontal blows. The diversity of models varied by region and period, ranging from a simple iron helmet to more sophisticated versions with visors or relief decorations. Its use spread notably during the Crusades, where the need to defend against increasingly sophisticated weapons demanded more adapted protection. The nasal helmet was progressively superseded in the 13th century by the helm, which offered more coverage, but it retained great popularity for many centuries due to its lightness and effectiveness. Its functional appeal and simplicity made it a symbol of medieval armor, often depicted in frescoes, illuminations, and sculptures of the time. The nasal helmet remains an essential piece of medieval military equipment, combining protection and practicality for fighters of this historical period.

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