Iron Age Soldier's Helmet; unknown, Canterbury Museums and Galleries
http://www.culturegrid.org.uk/dpp/media/download//5/903/862/Extra%20Small
A rare and remarkably complete warrior’s or soldier’s helmet dating from the mid first century BC along with brooch, small spike and some cremated human remains were discovered at Bridge near Canterbury in September 2012.
http://www.canterbury.co.uk/museums/roman-museum/Iron-Age-Helmet.aspx
An extremely rare soldier’s helmet, dating from the mid first century BC. The helmet was re-used in a burial with cremated human remains placed inside it and secured in a bag with the brooch. A small spike found with the helmet may have been attached to the top of it.
Collection description:
An extremely rare soldier’s helmet dating from the mid first century BC. The helmet was later re-used as a cremation urn with cremated human remains placed inside it and secured in a bag with a brooch. A small spike found with the helmet may have b ...more
Artist or maker:
unknown
Medium:
metal, copper alloy
Measurements:
Circumference above neck-guard: 625mm; maximum remaining height: 145mm; maximum width (side to side): 200mm;
Rights:
Canterbury Museums and Galleries
