Imperial Italic D Krefeld

Imperial Italic D Krefeld

Classification according to H.R. Robinson: Imperial Italic D 
Continental classification type Weisenau-Krefeld

Replica of an original found near the gates of the roman camp and later Kastell Gelduba (Krefeld-Gellep, Germany). Erected between 12 and 9 b.C., this roman fortification played a major role during the revolt of the Batavers in 69/70 a.d. and survived until 500 a.d.

This helmet uniquely combines various style elements:
- "eye" ornaments with embossed pupils (as encountered in pre-roman helmets)
- embossed eyebrows (similar to Imperial Gallic types)
- cross-shaped reinforcement of Imerial Italic type
- nape visor with angular ornamentation, handle and "tabula ansata"

Since the original's jowl flaps were missing, they are designed here following the Imperial Italic D helmet from Worms.