closed flat bascinet battle ready Messen This aureus was minted between

This aureus was minted between 41 and 54 AD and contains the inscription DE BRITANN as a celebrated triumph

This style was developed in Viking civilizations from the 2nd half of the 10th century

The helmet is inspired by historical models

The length of this decorative crossbow is 62 cm

000 years ago

closed flat bascinet battle ready Messen This aureus was minted betweenThe bascinet was a helmet without a visor that was worn under the Great Helmet at the beginning of the 14th century. Around 1450, the bascinet was more and more often worn independently with a visor attached. The helmet was tapered to deflect blows and as a result of the shape it is often called hounskull or pic faced bascinet. This type of helmet provides an optimal protection to the head and neck, so besides the battlefield it is also very suitable