The original of this helmet was found in Pompeii. It was classified by H.R.Robinson as „Imperial Italic A“, and shows a lot of characteristics typical for earlier, Attic Helmets from Southern Italy. What is special about this helmet is its riveted-on neckguard. The Neckguard itself is rather short, so the helmet is also perfectly usable for Cavalry impressions. The original is made from bronze, ours comes either in tinned steel or in CuSn6 bronze.