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The Yerikhonka or
shapka yerikhonka appeared in the 14- 17th centuries. It was a tall, (but
not as tall as a shishak) Mongolian-appearing helmet with a cylindrical
venetz (lower edge of the crown) and very high conical
naversheniye (upper edge of the crown), with repye (metallic
decoration often of copper). The ear flaps, peak, and rear section were
attached to the venetz of the yerikhonka. The "nose"
with shyurupt passed through the peak on a kind of slide with set screw
to lock it in place. Usually only rich and noble warriors wore such helmets,
and decorated them with gold, silver, and jewels. All the protective head gear
mentioned was worn over a cap or a thick cloth lining to protect the head.
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