Frygische neushelm, 2 mm (battle-ready) Schilden terwijl de pommel de vorm

terwijl de pommel de vorm heeft van zijn gespleten hoef

which was exported throughout Europe

At the same time

Nasal helmets of this type remained in use across Europe until the end of the 12th century

Swords like this were used by Vikings all over Europe between the 10th and 11th century

Frygische neushelm, 2 mm (battle-ready) Schilden terwijl de pommel de vormIn the early 12th century, several types of the popular nasal helmet emerged. Phrygian nasal helmets get their name from their shape, which resembles the Phrygian cap. The Phrygian helmet was not a regional trend but was used throughout Europe. Its distinctive shape may have been influenced by a thickening of the steel at the front, providing extra protection where blows were most likely to strike, as the front was the most vulnerable area. This type