Encyclopedia of historical weapons - Cod-piece
Fabric covering for the groin, latterly padded. Its counterpart in armour could be either of mail or, more usually, of plate.
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- Crest
- A heraldic recognitive device fixed to the top of the great helm, introduced in the second half of the thirteenth and in wide use by the…
- Damascening
- Also called inlay. A process used for the decoration of metal surfaces; usually silver or gold onto iron or steel. 'True'…
- Gorget
- Also called a collar. Close-fitting plate protecting the neck, throat, and upper chest.
- Mortuary sword
- See Backsword.
