Roman Praetorian Helmet especially when worn as a capillary ornament, was a sign of manliness. Roman helmets had brushes or plumes of horsehair. This Helmet fitted with an integrated internal suspension liner that can be adjusted to modify and fine-tune the fit of the helmet to the head. Rings on the interior of the cheekplates allow for a chinstrap to be tied into place to secure the helmet. It seemed to have been a purely aesthetic addition, with little practical use. However, it was the continuation of a type of helmet known as the Illyrian Helmet which had horse hair brushes.