calatrava cross deco stone Fantasy riem Helmets of this type were

Helmets of this type were worn by Norman knights in Southern Italy during the 12th century

Axes like these remained in use even into the 12th century and were later adopted as sparths by the Gaelic peoples of the Irish Sea region during the Middle Ages

constructed from solid wood with metal accents

whilst the grip is wrapped round with wire thread and decorated with Turkish knots

for an optimal field of vision

calatrava cross deco stone Fantasy riem Helmets of this type wereThe Calatrava Cross is a distinctive symbol associated with the Order of Calatrava, the Order of Montesa (which employed a black version), and the Order of Preachers. It features a Greek cross with four equal arms, which are red, and adorned with fleur de lis. The cross may be found on various shields and flags of cities linked to Calatrava. Originally, the Calatrava Cross was depicted in black, but by the fifteenth century, it began to be represented