the peasant daughter late medieval kirtle 100 line Schildknoppen This broadsword has a Glasgow

This broadsword has a Glasgow type basket lined with red textile

The horn is engraved with a Valknut

Contrary to the gladius the spatha was longer and it was used as a slashing weapon

The pommel of this sword is decorated with the Andrew's Cross

continued to use the hasta

the peasant daughter late medieval kirtle 100 line Schildknoppen This broadsword has a GlasgowA kirtle (sometimes also called a cotte or cotehardie) is a garment that was worn by both men and women in medieval Europe. It eventually became a one piece garment for women from the late Middle Ages to the Baroque period. The kirtle was typically worn over a chemise or underdress, which functioned as an undergarment. Kirtles were part of the fashion until the mid 16th century and remained a part of the clothing of the rural population or middle