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riveted leather strap keeps the glove firmly in place

originating from the 9th to 10th century

Contrary to traditional Western interpretations of dragons

thighs and sides against blows

lawrence knight tabard chessed yellow Griekse - Romeinse - Keltische schilden riveted leather strap keeps theThe tradition of wearing a tabard over armour began during the Crusades. Surcoats helped prevent overheating by shielding the armour from direct sunlight. They also provided ideal protection for the hauberk and later helped protect plate armour from corrosion and rust. This surcoat features a split, permitting a knight to employ it more easily for cavalry purposes. From the late 12th century, knights primarily wore long surcoats. By the mid 13th