07-19-2006, 07:01 PM
Both helmets are clearly modern fakes, probably made in Eastern europe and copied from a Deepeeka helmet for display in some faux-antiquarian parlor. They could not possibly be 19th century fakes, since I believe the Berkasova-type helmets were not discovered until the mid 20th century. Interesting that whoever made them decided that green-patinated bronze looked better and "more ancient" than the gilded silver sheeting (or rusty brown iron) that would distinguish a genuine example.
T. Flavius Crispus / David S. Michaels
Centurio Pilus Prior,
Legio VI VPF
CA, USA
"Oderint dum probent."
Tiberius
Centurio Pilus Prior,
Legio VI VPF
CA, USA
"Oderint dum probent."
Tiberius