Polish archaeologists have recently unearthed an extremely rare ancient Celtic helmet, dating back approximately 2,400 years, at the archaeological site of Łysa Góra in the Mazovia region.
The rare ancient helmet in Poland, dating back approximately 2,400 years. (Source: Newsweek).
This is the first time a Celtic helmet has been found on Polish territory. It was discovered alongside nearly 300 other artifacts during this year’s excavation.
According to the lead archaeologist Bartłomiej Kaczyński, this helmet is a testament to the advanced metallurgical techniques of the ancient Celts.
Initially, archaeologists thought it was an ancient bronze vessel but later recognized its distinctive features as a helmet through the characteristic curved neck guard.
The helmet is believed to belong to the La Tène culture of the late Iron Age, which was prevalent in Europe from the 5th to the 1st century BC. Experts estimate it dates from the 4th to the 3rd century BC.
This discovery changes previous perceptions of the level of interaction between the Celts and the local inhabitants of Poland during that period.
In addition to the helmet, archaeologists also found numerous agricultural and pastoral tools, such as axes, sickles, and sheep shears.
