This helmet is made after several images of Samnitic warriors. The Samnites lived in a part of the Apennine Mountains on the Italic peninsula. The helmet is made after an original from approx. the 3th century BC. Around this time the Samnites were incorporated by the young Roman republic. The helmet is made of brass and is 1,6 mm thick; circumference up to 63 cm. Additional Details ------------------------------ Is memorabilia: false