bascinet

/ ˈbæsɪˌnɛt; ˌbæsɪˈnɛt /

noun

1. See basinet
   armour a variant spelling of basinet

Example Sentences

The later form of bascinet has a movable visor which is known among armour collectors as the pig-faced bascinet (Plate V).

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Sometimes, in the case of Royalty or princes of rank, the bascinet was encircled with a fillet or crown of gold and gems.

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In this illustration appears also the gorget of plate that was worn over the throat and chin with the bascinet.

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The wearing of the bascinet, salade, burgonet, and like helmets needs no detailed description.

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It was fixed to hinges at the sides of the bascinet with pins, and was removable at will.

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