15th century burgundian kettle hat Germaanse & Slavische sieraden to which the decorative buckle

to which the decorative buckle is fastened

The Magyars were a nomadic people that invaded Europe during the 9th century AD and settled in Hungary

The chestplate extends to the hips and has a V-shaped edge at the bottom

The garment is also known as 'bliaut'

15th century burgundian kettle hat Germaanse & Slavische sieraden to which the decorative buckleAt the end of the 14th century, the kettle hat gradually developed toward the cabasset. This provided even better protection for the head while retaining its characteristic brim. The sloping brim helped to deflect blows and projectiles, preventing the full impact of an attack from striking the helmet and head directly. This type of helmet was so effective that even aristocrats wore it. The brim offered additional protection against downward strikes