A bronze helmet of Corinthian type. Herodotus references this helmet as an element of the Greek hoplites' gear. Numerous Corinthian helmets were discovered within the sanctuary at Olympia, offered as dedications to Zeus. The perforations along the rim served as attachment points for a interior lining.

Dating 6th century BC. On display at Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna.

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I was in Olympia, Greece just two months ago. The helmets on display in the museum were one of my favorite things there.