@Wondernature 21 April 2022

Good afternoon noise cashers. For today we are starting our day with a ancient helmet. Frequently used by infantry in antiquity, the Phrygian helm's popularity and distinctive lobe was more than aesthetic. #randomthoughts A reenactor confirmed the forward curvature could help deflect downward, chopping blows from the common sidearms of the time, like the xiphos, kopis, or sagaris. #noisecash The beard-form extension protects the face and neck while still offering a wide field of view to the wearer 🧔🏻 #photography Picture: Leonardo Mattiou🛡️ #history ©️wondernature ✍