sutton hoo helmet

sutton hoo helmetThe original helmet was discovered in 1939 at the English town of Woodbridge during archaeological research into the Saxon boat grave of Sutton Hoo. It is now part of the collection of the British Museum in London. The helmet shows similarities with the 7th century helmets found in Vendel (Sweden), and is furnished with late Roman neck and cheek flaps; the engravings of the helmet and the grave in which it was found give the impression that it was the

Narrow surcottes like this one emerged in the 14th century and were sometimes a controversial garment

It has a height of 64 cm

This type is a further development of bearded axes that had already been used since the Late Roman period

categorised this type of axe head as type M

or as a distinctive decorative piece in your home

which permit the shield to be worn on either arm

A butt cap may be employed to protect the shaft from splintering and to give the spear extra balance

Leather laces and aiglets may be attached to this doublet

They are excellent for portraying oriental roles

belt width 7 cm)

It features a hood

The sword is hand painted for a lifelike appearance and is well-balanced