Frygische neushelm, 2 mm (battle-ready) Schilden Nasal helmets of this type

Nasal helmets of this type remained in use across Europe until the end of the 12th century

die in een 1 op 4 constructie zijn gevlochten en zijn dichtgeknepen

terwijl de pommel de vorm heeft van zijn gespleten hoef

Originally the surcoats were developed in the first crusade

Frygische neushelm, 2 mm (battle-ready) Schilden Nasal helmets of this typeIn the early 12th century, several types of the popular nasal helmet emerged. Phrygian nasal helmets get their name from their shape, which resembles the Phrygian cap. The Phrygian helmet was not a regional trend but was used throughout Europe. Its distinctive shape may have been influenced by a thickening of the steel at the front, providing extra protection where blows were most likely to strike, as the front was the most vulnerable area. This type