Japanese Antique Jingasa Hat for Ashigaru Foot Soldier

DescriptionAntique Japanese 8 ken (plates) jingasa hat for a ashigaru foot soldier. Made of iron and finished with lacquer. The wear on this helm is consistent with it likely having been worn in battle. Comes with a custom metal stand.The samurai class in feudal Japan, as well as their retainers and footsoldiers (ashigaru), used several types of jingasa made from iron, copper, wood, paper, bamboo, or leather.Age: Edo Period (1603-1867)Dimensions: 13 5/8″ wide x 5 1/2″ high (20″ high on stand)