Greek Helmet & Armour Set - Brass

The Corinthian Helmet originated in ancient Greece and took its name from the city-state of Corinth. It was depicted in Greek sculpture more than any other helmet – romantically associated with the glories of the past. The Greek goddess Athena, is frequently depicted wearing a Corinthian style helmet. The Corinthian Helmet afforded excellent protection for its wearer but was both expensive to make and uncomfortable to wear. It also restricted hearing and vision and gradually gave way to a more open-faced but less protective style of helmet.

Our Corinthian Helmet is hand crafted from a durable 18 gauge steel and has an antique bronze/brass finish. It comes complete with a separate padded lining cap that can be glued in if required.

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The muscle cuirass first appears in Archaic Greece and became widespread during the 5th and 4th centuries BC. It is commonly depicted in art or the period and is worm by Generals and Emperors wore highly decorated cuirasses as a sign of status. Examples from the 5th century BC have been found in the tombs of Thracian cavalrymen. Muscle Cuirasses were worn by both the Greeks and the Romans – the latter being reserved for senior officers only. Traditionally they were made from 2 pieces of bronze that were hammered to shape – but they could also be made from moulded leather.

Our classical Greek muscle armour is crafted from 18 gauge steel with a brass plated finish and features adjustable buckled leather straps. It is great for fancy dress and film/stage work and will fit up to around a 50” chest.

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