Antique Khula Khud helmet

Possibly Russian, appx 8.25x25 inches Khula Khud helmets originated in Central Asia, and were worn by Persian Empire soldiers in the 18th and 19th Centuries. Made of steel, these bowl-shaped helmets were designed as either low and flat, or high and pointed. They sometimes contained a spike socket at the top of the helmet, which resembles a spearhead with a cross-like section. Two or three plume holders were attached on either side of the skull, used to mount feathers from birds such as the egret.