8th century spangenhelm Size:L with a blade of 85

with a blade of 85

The snake was a common motif in Roman art and jewelry

The visor was fitted with viewing and ventilation holes

The stand is entirely handmade

8th century spangenhelm Size:L with a blade of 85The spangenhelm is based on originals depicted on the Bayeux Tapestry. Nose helmets of this type were worn across Western Europe from the 9th century onwards. On the Bayeux Tapestry, both Anglo Saxon and Norman warriors are shown wearing this style of helmet. It was likely utilised up until the First Crusade. Around the 11th century, another type of nasal helmet, crafted from a single piece, was developed. This design was stronger than the older