Curator's Choice

Indo-Persian Helmet

Period:

18th Century 19th Century

Description:

This helmet, called a top, has a mail aventail protecting the neck and ears. It has a sliding nasal with plume tubes at either side and a spike as a central ornament.

Place of Production:

probably South Asia / India

Source:

Dean Castle

Digital Number:

EAAM073a; EAAM073b

Copyright:

East Ayrshire Council