ARMOUR TURKISH WARRIOR HELMET & MASK TOP 4 BANDS FETURING ARABIC INSCRIPTION SKULL Province: Turkish /Mughal. Documented :Well documented in Armur catalogs. Made: Made of hand forged steel, handmade, handhammered and hand chiseled, top made in one piece Conical, skull strengthened by four bands, hand engraved with cartouchefeaturing Arabic calligraphy. All four top bands have hand engraved Arabic calligraphy to invoke God'S power and blessing to win a battle. Face mask: Hand engraved Arabic calligraphy with hand engraved flower motifs. Pierced eyes and nose. Mask can be movedup and down by a finger tip. Chain mail : Made of round iron rings end to end to safe guard neck. This makes adds dramatic detailing to this incredible piece of armor. This unique and rare helmet with mask rare to find .An interesting Mask showing the influence ofother cultures. Circa Qajar period 18th.-19th.century.This would be fine addition to your treasure collection perfect gift and display

Good age related wear