roman torcs with lion heads pair silver color Leren jassen & korsetten Tents like this were used

Tents like this were used until the 16th century

but without water)

for extra warmth to the head

and various versions are depicted in the Maciejowski Bible from 1250

fencing masks or real steel swords and helmets

roman torcs with lion heads pair silver color Leren jassen & korsetten Tents like this were usedA wonderful accessory for Roman re enactment and for making your own costumes. In the Roman army, phalerae (discs that symbolized medal or trophy) or torques were given as a reward to soldiers who had distinguished themselves in battle. They were made of silver, bronze or gold. During military parades, Romans wore the phalerae on their leather armor. The torcs were worn at the level of the collarbone, on a red scarf known as focale. These torques are