settisham torque replica Middeleeuwse mantels en capes Its light draw weight renders

Its light draw weight renders it safe enough for LARP and re-enactment battles

It was often carried beneath the left arm and symbolised courage and rank

approximately 2

6 x 9 mm and weighs 1

60 cm wide at the top and 46 cm wide at the bottom

settisham torque replica Middeleeuwse mantels en capes Its light draw weight rendersThe torque is a replica of the well known Snettisham torque. The original was probably made around 75 AD and was found in the territory of the powerful tribe of the Iceni, of which Boudicca was queen several generations later. It is currently held in the collection of the British Museum. The torc is fully handmade, twisted, and reproduced in all its details. Crafted from brass, it is covered with gold. It weighs 1. 2 kg and has a width of 23 cm.