Hauberk met split, ronde ringen, ronde klinknagels 9 mm Lorica hamata 1350 in the collection of

1350 in the collection of the British Library

What makes this helmet special are the rich decorations

but with an epic twist

mainly on the British Isles

The grip is wrapped round with shagreen and covered with rough woven cotton in the Hineri-Maki style

Hauberk met split, ronde ringen, ronde klinknagels 9 mm Lorica hamata 1350 in the collection ofThis type of hauberk was often used in the Middle Ages. The split makes it easier to use when riding a horse, and makes movement a little easier. The hauberk has long sleeves and is made of mild steel. It is rivetted with round rivets. Chainmail shirts like these were worn from the 11th century onwards. This type of long chainmail shirt, also called a hauberk, features a split. The split provides extra comfort while riding a horse. 11th 12th century