Italo Corinthian (Brass)

The Corinthian helmet originated in ancient Greece and took its name from the city-state of Corinth. It was a helmet made of bronze which in its later styles covered the entire head and neck, with slits for the eyes and mouth. A large curved projection protected the nape of the neck.

Descripion: Brass Hoplite-Corintian styled helmet.

Historical Period: 700 through 400 BC

Inspiration: These types of helmets are closely associated with the Greek Hoplite and Alexander of Macedon.