"Secrete" or Skull Cap (Hat Lining)

"Secrete" or Skull Cap (Hat Lining)

c. 1630 - 1650

England (?), 17th century

Steel

Overall: 20.3 x 16.5 x 10.2 cm (8 x 6 1/2 x 4 in.)

Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance 1916.1895

Location

210A Armor Court

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Description

Metal skullcaps, for wear under a hat, allowed the owner invisible protection against edged weapons. They were worn by both soldiers and civilians.

See also
Collection: 
MED - Arms & Armor
Department: 
Medieval Art
Type of artwork: 
Arms and Armor
Medium: 
Steel
Credit line: 
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John L. Severance

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