guy Posted March 29 Report Share Posted March 29 (edited) In Leicestershire in the early 2000s, rusted metallic objects encased in soil were uncovered. Over two decades the artifacts were restored, using 3D scanning. The fragments formed a Roman helmet. Eventually 80% of the helmet (known as the Hallaton Helmet) was restored, allowing a detailed replica. It is a thought that the helmet, along with numerous Roman coins and Iron Age artifacts, were buried within a suspected shrine from around 43 AD. The helmet was ornate and intricately designed, possibly belonging to a high-ranking Roman cavalry officer. The decorations have a wreath “symbolizing military victory and and a scalloping-shaped brow guard displaying a woman’s bust surrounded by animals.” https://www.zmescience.com/science/archaeology/roman-cavalry-helmet-2000-years-old/ Edited March 29 by guy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guy Posted March 30 Author Report Share Posted March 30 (edited) Below is the BBC article on the helmet. The conserved helmet with a modern reconstruction Replica based on the original https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-leicestershire-68674319 Edited March 30 by guy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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