A helmet is a protective gear which is worn to protect the head from injuries. Its origin can be traced back to the Ancient Greek soldiers who used thick helmets made of leather or bronze to protect their heads from arrows and the blows of their opponents’ swords. Nowadays, soldiers still wear helmets to protect their head from bullets and shell fragments while fighting in wars.
There are several types of helmets at Realm Collections. These are divided into:
If you are a fan of the movies “300″ and “Gladiator” then you will be interested in the gears and costumes worn in the said films.
One important part of any warrior or soldier’s uniform or battle gear is the helmet which can ensure your safety from blows and unseen weapons from mortally wounding your head. Some of the featured types of helmets at Realm Collections include the following:
Ancient Helmets
- Gladiator Helmet – A gladiator needs a head protective gear while fighting other gladiators and wild animals in arenas found during the Roman Empire and Roman Republic. This helmet is made of 18-gauge carbon mild steel which is light but sturdy. It measures 12” front and back and 9” sideways and designed to intimidate opponents.
- Greco-Roman Red Crest Helmet – this kind of helmet was first used in Greece around 350 B.C. However, it became popular during the time of the Roman Empire. It is made from hand worked brass and adorned with leather accents and horsehair crest. This helmet was widely used by the Legionnaires, Centurions and Legates.
Medieval Helmets
- European Closed Helmet Engraved – a form of close-fitting, full helmet which was popular in the 16th and 17th centuries. It has a full visor and bevor which are pivoted from bolts on each side of the skull and made of 18-gauge steel.
- Barbarian Helmet – this is made of a built-in leather mask and stiff leather lames around the back and its shell is made of 16-gauge steel with an antiqued finish. As the name implies, this kind of helmet was used by foreign and rival civilizations during ancient times.
Samurai Helmets
- Hanwei Dragon Armour Helmet – originated from the Momoyama period, this helmet is a popular samurai helmet which can be seen in many movies and re-enactments of Japanese warriors.
Viking Helmets
- Viking War Helmet – a typical Viking helmet made of metal with spikes or horns.
These helmets can be used as part of a costume or as a décor for your home. This is highly recommended for interior designs which center in medieval and ancient touches.
Realm Collections offers various styles and types of medieval helmets. From cabassets to burgonets to gladiator helmets, you are sure to find great selection of medieval helmets.