Kruisvaardershelm Westminster psalter, 1-1.2 mm Romeinse en Keltische fibulae under the Tudors

under the Tudors

This chaperon is made of thick wool and covers the largest part of the shoulders

It is based on original models seen in manuscripts and is made with a herringbone pattern

A cotton belt is included

Kruisvaardershelm Westminster psalter, 1-1.2 mm Romeinse en Keltische fibulae under the TudorsThis type of early pot helm appeared from the first half of the 13th century. It evolved from the nasal helm (calotte) and offered better protection for the entire head. This type of helmet was usually worn in combination with a chainmail coif. Helmets like this were worn by the European aristocracy and knightly class and are depicted in various manuscripts and seals. They remained in use until the late 13th century. This helmet is based on an