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Description
Lobster-Tail Helmet [Zischagge].Of traditional form, a good representative example of this rare piece of European armored headgear originally from the 17th century. [This helmet has not been dated]. Some of these helmets saw use in America later in life. The ear pieces are present and the rivets/leather tabs are in place, both pierced ear pieces are in place fastened to the dome/brim area and currently do not move much. Together with the heart shaped wing nut that controls the sliding nose piece. Four section 'lobster tail' with the lower section terminating in a point with decorating rivets throughout. Note: See, A Glossary of the Construction, Decoration and Use of Arms and Armor in All Countries and in All Times by George Cameron Stone [page 416 and 418], Stone states; An open helmet of the 17th century having a neck guard of overlapping plates like a lobster's tail [Fig. 525.]
Condition: The entire helmet with deep dark age patina and some scattered pitting. Numerous dents, mars thoughout. Some leather present. Some water stains present. Rust and pitting underneath. Some replacement screws, rivets. Helmet weighs approximately 3 lbs.
Auction Info
2021 December 12 Arms & Armor, Civil War & Militaria Signature® Auction #6245 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
December, 2021
12th
Sunday
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