Helmet (Top) and Arm Guards (Dastana)

Date16th century

MediumIron

DimensionsHelmet (a); H. 3 7/8 in. (9.8 cm); Diam. 8 in. (20.3 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 5.6 oz. (612.3 g); arm guard (b); L. 12 13/16 in. (32.5 cm); W. 3 7/8 in. (9.8 cm); Wt. 1 lb. 7 oz. (652 g)

CultureIndian

DepartmentArms and Armor

ClassificationHelmets

Bequest of George C. Stone, 1935

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