norman nasal helmet hastings Helmen Oudheid Crafted from flexible polyurethane foam

Crafted from flexible polyurethane foam

a shieldmaiden

This type of great helm appeared in the mid-13th century

The symbol is sometimes depicted on Viking stones

The claw-shaped hook on the back of the weapon was designed to pull cavalrymen from their horses

norman nasal helmet hastings Helmen Oudheid Crafted from flexible polyurethane foamIn the early 12th century, several types of the popular nasal helmet emerged. Phrygian nasal helmets owe their name to their shape, which resembles a Phrygian cap. The Phrygian helmet was not a regional trend but was used throughout Europe. Its distinctive shape was likely caused by a thickening of the steel at the front of the helmet, providing extra protection where strikes were most likely. This type of helmet remained popular until the late 12th