Valsgarde Viking Helmet 1764000096

This beautiful and rich Vendel-era helmet is a reproduction of an original find from the Valsgá¤rde ship burial (ship grave 8), a farm located on the banks of the Fyris River ( Fyrisá¥n ) near Gamla Uppsala, Sweden. The grave is dated to approx. 625 - 650 AD and the warrior's helmet was placed at his feet. The original piece is kept at the Gustavianum, Uppsala University Museum.

This replica is made from 2mm steel and fitted with a chainmail consisting of riveted flat hoops with an inner diameter of 8mm. The plates are made from thinner steel (pressed sheets) and are fastened to the helmet with brass bands/strips. The crest and browbands are also made from brass. The intricate patterns are accurate reproductions of the original motifs. The early medieval spectacle helmet comes complete with an adjustable leather liner and chin strap.

This helmet is designed as a collector's or decorative item and is therefore not suitable for combat reenactment.

Details:

- Material: steel, pressblech sheets, brass fittings, leather lining

- Aventail riveted flat rings, ID 8 mm

- Inner diameter (without filling): approx. 68 cm

- Weight without window: approx. 4 kg

- Weight with aventail: approx. 5.5 kg

- Portable collectible