chainmail shoulder piece mixed flat rings wedge r Lord of the Rings The earliest examples date from

The earliest examples date from the 9th century

It weighs approximately 700 g

Greaves were worn over chainmail chausses and provided an additional layer of protection for the lower legs of mounted knights

Approximately 220 lamellars were connected by hand to construct this armour

This fine axe has been given an antique finish so that it appears to be very old

chainmail shoulder piece mixed flat rings wedge r Lord of the Rings The earliest examples date fromA shoulder piece of this type is also known as a pixane. Pixanes were sewn to the gambeson and were usually worn beneath the suit of armour. As a result, the wearer was also afforded protection on open spots in the suit of armour. The shoulder piece is constructed from flat rings riveted with wedge rivets and round, butted rings. These are interwoven 4 in 1 and have an inner diameter of 8 mm. It measures 36 x 27 cm and has a neck opening of 15 x 14