^Lot 4446 EUROPEAN LOBSTERTAIL HELMET.

A very good example of a European lobster tail helmet from the 17th century. The body of the helmet has 10 heavily raised ridges with lower ridges in between. The front brim is integral to the helmet, and there is a loop at the crown with looped spacers below. The nose bar is held by a screw with a heart shaped flange. The ear flaps are hinged and the tail is one piece showing faux segmentations. CONDITION: the helmet has a dark ancient patina but appears complete with no notable repairs or major faults. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Nicholas Apergis. (02-24725/BF). NON-GUN. $1,500-2,250.