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Armor of duke Albert of Prussia by anonymous from Brunswick, ca. 1526

Swords of the Aegean, the intersection of Anatolian and Mycenaean cultures. These blades are a distinct category of weapons that originated in the Aegean region, particularly during the late Bronze Age dating from 1600 to 1200 BC.

Gilded Bronze Dragon with an iron core from Tang Dynasty, unearthed from Caochangpo in the southern suburb of Xian in 1975. Shaanxi History Museum. 7th-10th century China.

Bird-shaped perfume bottle with stopper. Probably England. Date: c. AD 1880–1890. Medium: pale blue blown glass with gilded metal mounts

Thracian Bronze Head of Seuthes III, late 4th-Early 3rd century BC

19th century silver fish talismans.

Elephant goad or ankus. India 18-19th Century.

This medieval skull, safeguarded by chain mail, belonged to a courageous warrior who lost his life in the fierce Battle of Visby back in 1361. After the clash, the remains of the fallen, along with their weapons and armor, were laid to rest in a communal grave, making the site a remarkable archaeological treasure.

In 19th Century CE, the warriors of Kiribati 🇰🇮 donned an extraordinary piece of headgear known as te barantauti helmets fashioned from the dried skins of porcupinefish.

These unique puffer fish, adorned with their formidable spikes, transformed into natural armor, imbuing the helmets with both protection and a striking presence.

The Golden Gauntlet, Henri III of France’s Armor (1550)

Ottoman Armor of a Rider and a Horse, 15th-16th century, Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum

The legendary Panjurli Muga mask of Tulu Nadu, popularized by Kantara, has crossed continents to find a permanent home in an iconic American museum. Preserved carefully for years, this rare artifact showcases the rich cultural heritage of India, connecting folklore, art, and cinema for global audiences.