Round Target

Round shields were carried by infantrymen for protection from pikes and bullets.  This example has been painted gold at a later date and this was probably so that it could be used in a tournament or pageant.
Object no :
EAAM015n
Creator :
NA
Place of Production :
Northern Italy
Dimensions :
d 560mm
Materials :
steel
Location :
NA
Accession number :
MA/A46
Copyright :
East Ayrshire Council
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