A German gorget, ca. 1540
Short gorget with a side hinge. Cannot be opened, as subsequently riveted shut with modern rivets. Iron strap loops attached at the sides for the arm defences. Two sliding neck lames, the upper with a prominent flange struck inwards. Surfaces pitted, edges with minor defects. Height approx. 12.5 cm, 31 cm wide.
351596
Condition: III +
Short gorget with a side hinge. Cannot be opened, as subsequently riveted shut with modern rivets. Iron strap loops attached at the sides for the arm defences. Two sliding neck lames, the upper with a prominent flange struck inwards. Surfaces pitted, edges with minor defects. Height approx. 12.5 cm, 31 cm wide.
351596
Condition: III +
