A rare Medieval Crusader steel helmet. Made of several large plates riveted together, the helm completely encloses the wearer's head. Vision is provided by a ridged horizontal sight with a short bar between the eyes for better protection. A blue and yellow color fabric is attached to the top. Numerous artistic depictions of great helms show they were frequently worn over a tightly fitting, visorless bascinet to provide an extra layer of protection. Emblematic of a romantic chivalric past, the great helm was frequently used in medieval art to emphasize the status and virtue of the wearer. Medieval helmets, armor, and collectibles.