Cleveland Museum of Art

"Secrete" or Skull Cap (Hat Lining)

Date

c. 1630–50

Medium

steel

Culture

England (?), 17th century

Department

Medieval Art

Institution

Cleveland Museum of Art

Metal skullcaps, for wear under a hat, allowed the owner invisible protection against edged weapons. They were worn by both soldiers and civilians.

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