Overkleed heren, wit Renaissance & Tudor kleding The Cinqueda was thus clearly

The Cinqueda was thus clearly influenced by the Italian al antica style

a small hammer and a brass magnifying glass

It was a weapon that was mainly worn by the rich bourgeoisie

Size S fits head circumferences up to 61 cm

Merovingians and Lombards

Overkleed heren, wit Renaissance & Tudor kleding The Cinqueda was thus clearlyThe 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 mail 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