De Heilige Lans, Museum Replica, scherp Vaderdag bascinet or armet

bascinet or armet

The chest circumference is measured including a gambeson (subarmalis)

It can be adjusted to the correct size with buckles and straps

5 cm and it weighs 261 grams

Quivers were used throughout the centuries to keep arrows in a safe place during transport

De Heilige Lans, Museum Replica, scherp Vaderdag bascinet or armetThis is a replica of the well known holy spear, also known as Spear of Destiny. The original can be seen at the Hofburg in Vienna. In the 10th century the spear came into the possession of the Holy Roman emperors. The silver ribbon with the inscription 'Nail of the lord' was applied by Hendrik IV in 1084. In 1273, the lance was first used during coronations. Around 1350, Charles I had placed a golden case over the silver one with the words 'Lancea et