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Indian (Sind) chainmal helmet with face mask,
This Mask is made in Mughal fashion. The mask was used by full clad armored cavalrymen, especially mounted escorts, paiges and retainers. This type of helmet was inspired by the burkha ( Islamic female veil) and are named purdah or purdha. 18th century.
National Museum, Krakow Poland.
Published on May 08, 2013 13:00