A gold damascened steel helmet (khula khud) and armguard, probably Mughal India, 18th century, the helmet of typical high domed form with applied upper spike finial, adjustable nose-guard and two plume holders, the decoration consisting of floral sprays contained within medallions, a band of fine naskh to lower rim, and facets of the spike; helmet 39cm. high (without mail); the armguard decorated with repeating bands of flowerheads to side, a lobed medallion with inscription possibly a maker's signature, large flowers and looping vine to one end and inscription in naskh, 34cm. long (2)A gold damascened steel helmet (khula khud) and armguard, probably Mughal India, 18th century, the helmet of typical high domed form with applied upper spike finial, adjustable nose-guard and two plume holders, the decoration consisting of floral sprays contained within medallions, a band of fine naskh to lower rim, and facets of the spike; helmet 39cm. high (without mail); the armguard decorated with repeating bands of flowerheads to side, a lobed medallion with inscription possibly a maker's signature, large flowers and looping vine to one end and inscription in naskh, 34cm. long (2)