Sutton Hoo Pin Badge

Exclusive to the British Museum, a metal pin badge based on the Sutton Hoo helmet.

The helmet was discovered at Sutton Hoo, an important archaeological site in Suffolk England. The original dates to the early 7^th century and comprises of an iron cap, neck guard, cheek pieces and a face mask featuring panels decorated with animals and heroic scenes of warriors.

The original helmet was discovered in the 1930s together with other priceless treasures in the great mound at Sutton Hoo, Suffolk, by the archaeologist, Basil Brown. He was employed by the owner of the estate, Mrs Edith Pretty, who generously donated the whole find to the British Museum.

A charming souvenir of the British Museum’s collection.