Militaria, Clocks, & Science
Description:
Single Bar Lobster Tail Helmet, Europe, c. 1640, iron, formed of two halves riveted together with ear protectors, integral brim on the front, movable neck plates on the back, ht. 11, wd. 10 1/2, dp. 14 1/4 in.
Provenance: Collection of George Snook, M.D.
Estimate $800-1,000
Ear protectors and frontal bar are restored, lining is new.
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Keywords
George SnookChristopher D. Fox
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