12-14-2011, 05:43 AM
Hi everyone this is my first post here. I've enjoyed reading and seeing everyone's gear. There are some great artisans here. Unfortunately I found this site too late and purchased an Indian Gallic helmet which is incorrect in several ways. I'll probably never get involved in re-enactment but I will customize the helmet to make it more authentic. I'll post pictures later. I also collect Roman coins specifically from the late Republic/Imperatorial period up to the Flavians with a soft spot for Mark Antony. Click here www.forumancientcoins.com/gallery/index.php?cat=18312 for my coins.
But for now a question:
Do we know if Roman legionaries decorated and customized their helmets and gear? The reason I ask is that I occasionally race cars on track days and one of the first things everyone does is customize their race helmet and Nomex suits. Is there any evidence that the Romans did the same or was it all standardized? Did they have any leeway in customization?
Thanks! Look forward to hearing the comments and conversation.
But for now a question:
Do we know if Roman legionaries decorated and customized their helmets and gear? The reason I ask is that I occasionally race cars on track days and one of the first things everyone does is customize their race helmet and Nomex suits. Is there any evidence that the Romans did the same or was it all standardized? Did they have any leeway in customization?
Thanks! Look forward to hearing the comments and conversation.
"The evil that men do lives after them;
The good is oft interred with their bones"
Antony
The good is oft interred with their bones"
Antony
