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Chalcidian Helmet

c. 350–200 BCE

Greek

(perhaps Black Sea area)
Medium
Tinned bronze
Measurements
height: 31.8 cm (12 1/2 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Barbara S. Robinson and Family 2023.106
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Although named for Chalcis, a city in Euboia, Chalcidean helmets were made across the Greek world.

Description

Among ancient helmets, the Chalcidian type is varied, widespread, and comparatively unrestrictive, with relatively wide openings for the eyes and ears. This example, probably made in the Black Sea region or even further east, features a pointed noseguard, high carinated crown, molded brow ridge, and everted rear flange, plus large separately made hinged cheekpieces. The tinned bronze surface is almost silver in color, with extensive decoration including small incised linked scrolls and much larger embossed linked scrolls.

Chalcidian Helmet

c. 350–200 BCE

Greek (perhaps Black Sea area)

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