The Story
The Close Helm first appeared in the 16th century and was still in use during the English Civil War. It was popular both on the field of battle and in jousting tournaments. Some of the finest Close Helms to be crafted in England were made at King Henry VIII's Royal Almain Armoury in Greenwich.
Our Miniature Close Helm is handcrafted in steel and is hinged like the original featuring a (partially) pivoting visor. Comes complete with wooden stand.
Height: (on stand) 20cm
Width: (of stand base) 9.5cm
Weight: 530g
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
Description
The Close Helm first appeared in the 16th century and was still in use during the English Civil War. It was popular both on the field of battle and in jousting tournaments. Some of the finest Close Helms to be crafted in England were made at King Henry VIII's Royal Almain Armoury in Greenwich.
Our Miniature Close Helm is handcrafted in steel and is hinged like the original featuring a (partially) pivoting visor. Comes complete with wooden stand.
Height: (on stand) 20cm
Width: (of stand base) 9.5cm
Weight: 530g
All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece.
