Helmet

probably Iranian

ca. 1800–1942

Not on view

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Title: Helmet
Date: ca. 1800–1942
Culture: probably Iranian
Medium: Steel, textile, gold, copper alloy
Dimensions: H. including mail 24 1/2 in. (62.2 cm); H. including nasal 14 3/4 in. (37.5 cm); H. excluding mail and nasal 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm); W. 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm); D. 9 in. (22.9 cm); Wt. 3 lb. 0.5 oz. (1375 g)
Classification: Helmets
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. William Bamberger, 1942
Object Number: C.I.42.43
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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