The Favorite: Greco Crested Roman Helmet

My particular favorite battle helmet is the Greco Crested Roman Helmet.

The Crested Greco Roman Helmet originally appeared in a more primitive form in Greece around 350 BC, but was most used during Roman Empire. Crested Greco Roman Helmet, or the Centurion Helmet, is a must for any reenactor or collector of fine militaria. Legionnaires, Centurions and Legates found use of this helmet up to 400 AD and varied from plain to decorative.


Although it does not represent any specific helmet, the style appears in many art artifacts through history. Made to be worn afield, the helmet features non-rust construction, adjustable padded liner, padded cheek guards and leather chin strap. The removable horsehair crest enables the helmet to be used for both foot-soldier and officer personae. This helmet is based on an Imperial Gallic legionary helmet of the 1st century AD, with a crest based on artistic representations of similar helmets.



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