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Chain Mail Helmets

Medieval Armor Helmet with Chain
Medieval Chain Mail Helmet

Chain mail is a type of armor consisting of small metal rings that are linked together  like a mesh. This type of armory is used to protect the warrior in battle.

Adding this chain mail to the helmets made it almost impossible to penetrate using any conventional medieval weapon. The use of mail was prominent throughout the Dark Ages, Middle Ages and Renaissance.

During the 13th century the chain mail was used to cover the entire body during combat. Old World Medieval Armor Steel Helmet Chain. This Armor Helmet is wearable.

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