full 15th century leg armour Zwaarden & wapens Viking women wore a hangeroc

Viking women wore a hangeroc and slip dress in contrasting colors

which is worked in a colour that contrasts with the colour of the chaperon

This decorated Viking ear spoon is based on an original from the 9th-10th century

the armet became very popular and was worn in Italy

The sickle is likewise known as a weapon of poor foot soldiers

full 15th century leg armour Zwaarden & wapens Viking women wore a hangerocThe leg armour is based on originals from the 15th century. Originals may be seen in, for example, the Royal Armouries in Leeds, and in Italian 15th century paintings. A similar leg armour is depicted, for example, in the Montefeltro altarpiece by Piero della Francesca, where they are worn by the kneeling condottiere Federico da Montefeltro. The painted leg armour was simply a little more luxurious. This replica leg armour protects the upper leg,