bascinet
/ (ˌbæsɪˈnɛt, ˈbæsɪˌnɛt) /
armour a variant spelling of basinet
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The later form of bascinet has a movable visor which is known among armour collectors as the pig-faced bascinet (Plate V).
Armour & Weapons | Charles John FfoulkesSometimes, in the case of Royalty or princes of rank, the bascinet was encircled with a fillet or crown of gold and gems.
Armour & Weapons | Charles John FfoulkesIn this illustration appears also the gorget of plate that was worn over the throat and chin with the bascinet.
Armour & Weapons | Charles John FfoulkesThe wearing of the bascinet, salade, burgonet, and like helmets needs no detailed description.
Armour & Weapons | Charles John FfoulkesIt was fixed to hinges at the sides of the bascinet with pins, and was removable at will.
A Complete Guide to Heraldry | Arthur Charles Fox-Davies
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