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Roman copper alloy helmet crest
Bronze helmet crest support, secured to the helmet by a single tongue which slotted into a single-tube support-holder riveted to the centre of the helmet. It had two further arms at the base which extended sideways, originally following the curve of the helmet, to provide greater stability. The crest support was equipped at the top with two bent arms with curled ends.
Collection Area
Archaeology & Numismatics
Item Number
88.165H/69
Find Information
Site Name: Roman Gates Site, Caerleon
Grid Reference: ST 33 91
Collection Method: excavation
Date: 1980-1981
Notes: found during the excavation of barrack-blocks etc. on the 'Roman Gates' site, carried out by the Glamorgan-Gwent Archaeological Trust.
Measurements
length / mm:68 (broken)
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