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A bronze helmet of Corinthian type, 6th c. BC.The holes around the edges were used to attach a lining.
Herodotos mentions this type of helmet as part of the equipment of the #Greek hoplites. A large number of Corinthian helmets were found in the sanctuary at Olympia, dedicated to Zeus.
On display at Altes Museum Berlin.
📷 taken by me
#archaeology
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