greaves adam bronzed

greaves adam bronzedGreaves were worn over chainmail chausses and provided an extra layer of protection for the lower legs of mounted knights. The development of greaves progressed alongside the shorter kite shield or knight's shield, which replaced the older, taller heater shields that extended higher to protect the rider's leg. Heavy shields were cumbersome in battle, making the combination of greaves with the kite shield a significant innovation. These shin guards are

The high quality leather bag features a beautiful design with decorative carving in the leather

Similar brooches were worn principally during the 9th and 10th centuries by Norse and Swedish Viking women

Runes were not only letters but were also believed to hold magical power

The helmet is also fitted with cheek flaps

The gladius is now exhibited in the British Museum in London

Each piece is handmade and individually coloured

It is supplied with a leather scabbard

A picnic blanket may be carried in the same way

It is supplied complete with a hook

protected by a visor consisting of three bars

By the 9th century

The ring is a replica of a Roman original discovered in the city of Herculaneum