Item Description
Original Item: Only One Available. We've all seen the Indo-Persian KULAH KHUD spiked helmets of the 18th and 19th centuries. This design goes back to the times of the Crusaders and Saladin during the battles over the Holy Land in the 12th century. See the Movie KINGDOM OF HEAVEN made by RIDLEY SCOTT for some great examples, as well as a great movie.
Our example here most likely comes from the Northern region of India, and is not decorated as others are. The main body is made from chiseled steel which isn’t decorated.
The front of the helmet has a sliding nose guard, which is currently stuck in its slot. There are some faint markings on the front piece. These normally have two feather plume holders flanking the nose guard, however there are no plumes, but both holders are intact. It also comes with a pointy 3 3/4" spike on the top, which shows a worn patina. The rear of the helmet has the usual "aventail" chain mail rear neck defense, which is still well retained, without any breaking off from the helmet. The helmet is not lined, and we believe was intended to be worn over the typical head dress of the time.
In lovely patinated condition this was recently acquired from a large collection where it had been for decades. Most likely this was originally the war trophy of some Officers who took part in Queen Victoria's Colonial Campaigns.
Ready to display!
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