Sunday, May 25, 2008
Coppergate Helmet
A 1982 excavation in the ancient walled city of York yielded the Coppergate Helmet. Dating from the 8th century, the Anglo-Saxon helmet is of great archaeological importance. The inscripiton on the crest is an invocation for protection from the helmet's owner Oshere to the Holy Trinity. This reconstruction clearly illustrates the skill of the 8th century craftsmen.
Posted by ayu at 10:25 PM
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