Steel codpiece, European, 16th century.

Made:
1501-1600 in Europe
Iron cod-piece to be worn with armour, unsigned

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Iron cod-piece to be worn with armour, unsigned
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Iron cod-piece to be worn with armour, unsigned, probably European, 1501-1600.

Details

Category:
Classical & Medieval Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A24086
Materials:
iron and metal
Measurements:
overall: 167 mm x 125 mm x 90 mm,
type:
cod-piece