Original 18th/19th Century Persian Kulah Khud Spiked War Helmet circa 1780-1820

Original Item: Only One Available. We've all seen the Indo-Persian KULAH KHUD spiked helmets of the 18th and 19th centuries. This design goes back to the times of the Crusaders and Saladin during the battles over the Holy Land in the 13th and 14th centuries.Our helmet is etched and chiseled steel covered in oriental designs behind a sliding nasal bar. The circular bowl shaped helmet is fully surrounded with a chain mail coif leaving an opening for the face. In addition to the Spike to the top there are two plume holders, one on each side.In fine neglected condition having recently been discovered in an English attic where it has lain for perhaps 150 years, the war trophy of some Officers who took part in Queen Victoria's Colonial Campaigns.Comes with wooden stand. Ready to display. History of the Kulah Khud Helmet: Kulah Khuds (known as top in India and Devil mask among English speaking arms collectors) were used in ancient western Asia for battle and as decorative head pieces. This st