Helmet in the Shape of a Sea Conch

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Helmet in the Shape of a Sea Conch by Unknown. The helmet is dark grey and made of metal. It resembles a sea conch shell in shape, with a pointed top and ridged, curved body that tapers to a point. The helmet has a series of horizontal ridges and etched designs on the surface. A neck guard is attached to the bottom of the helmet, which covers the back of the neck. Two leather straps are tied underneath the helmet. The background is a plain light grey color.