Rare 'Corinthian' helmet from ancient Greece is up for auction, and stunningly preserved

A metal helmet that covers the entire head, with holes for eyes and the mouth.

A rare "Corinthian" helmet from ancient Greece will go up for auction in London later this month. Such helmets were iconic of the ancient Greek style of infantry fighting and have become emblems of the ancient world.

The Apollo Art Auctions company, which is auctioning the item, said the helmet is made from bronze and dates to between 500 and 450 B.C.