surcoat men green Ambachten levende geschiedenis Chaperons like this were worn

Chaperons like this were worn all over feudal Europe

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Constructed from bronze-coloured bronze

Buttons like these were worn all over Europe between 1450 and 1600

At the back you can attach it to your arm with two leather straps for extra comfort

surcoat men green Ambachten levende geschiedenis Chaperons like this were wornThe tradition of wearing a surcoat over armor began during the Crusades. Surcoats helped prevent overheating by shielding the armor from direct sunlight. They also provided ideal protection for the chainmail hauberk and later helped protect plate armor from corrosion and rust. This surcoat features a slit, allowing the knight to use it more easily for cavalry purposes. From the late 12th century, knights primarily wore long surcoats. By the mid 13th