Deepeekda AH6206 - Thracian Helmet I

Thracians were considered heavy gladiators. This helmet was ideal for a gladiator, especially since it offered an incredible level of defense not only for the head but also the face. The broad crest makes striking the top-center of the helm difficult, if not impossible, diverting blows away from the top of the crown. The helm also features a broad brim that encircles the crown, again for the purpose of diverting strikes and impacts away from the wearer's face and neck. A mask composed of metal plates covers the face, leaving only the eyes exposed, which are covered with brass mesh lenses, to allow for adequate vision while still preventing any blows from reaching the wearer's eyes. A brass gorgon head sits on the embossed brow piece 1st through 4th century AD