corbridge type a lorica segmentata Bijlen Tunics of this type were

Tunics of this type were basic garments worn by men throughout Europe from the Early to Late Middle Ages

Especially impressive were the multiple rows of different chains adorned with decorative elements

The velvety fabric is crafted from material decorated with a pattern of imitation gold thread and imitation pearls

has a diameter of 5 cm and weighs 446 grams

This fitting is based on originals excavated in Gotland

corbridge type a lorica segmentata Bijlen Tunics of this type wereSince the first century AD the lorica segmentata was worn by the Roman legionaries. This type of armor consists of steel strips that overlap each other and efficiently protect the body. The first archaeological find of a lorica segmentata was in Kalkriese (Germany) and is estimated to come from the year 9 AD. This lorica segmentata is a replica of an original excavated in Corbridge (UK) that comes from the second century AD. The Corbridge type A is