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Bacinete Helmet Of Robert The Bruce
This early 14th century bascinet is made from 1.6mm steel and is adorned with a beautifully detailed riveted brass crown. It features a shoulder-length aventail or camail chain mail that protects the neck and throat. The detachable aventail is solidly sewn to a perforated. 4cm wide leather band that is placed around the bottom edge of the bowl and attached to a series of brass vervelles (small protruding anchor points or rivets with holes) with a thin leather cord. Thus, the chain mail can be removed or reattached at will. Weight. 4.35kg. Material: 1.6mm steel, leather inlays, leather chinstrap with brass buckle. Aventail chainmail: round steel rings, ID 9 mm.
The bascinet arose at the beginning of the 14th century. It evolved from the so-called cervelliere or secret helmet (a simple skullcap) and remained a popular helmet well into the 15th century throughout Central Europe. The late medieval bascinet we offer here is based on the helmet seen on the famous bronze statue of Robert I of Scotland (1274-1329) at Bannockburn. In 1314, after years of campaigning against the English crown, King Robert (commonly known as Robert the Bruce) defeated the army of Edward II of England at the Battle of Bannockburn, a decisive battle that ultimately led to the restoration of Scottish independence. . Like the legendary William Wallace, Robert the Bruce remains one of Scotland's most celebrated historical figures to this day. Suitable for light combat, LARP, stage or TV/film reenactment, this excellent fully wearable helm will make your transformation into a proud knight or noble king just perfect. It will of course also make a great addition to any helmet collector's treasure room and a decorative display piece for all Scottish history enthusiasts.
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