surcoat checked black white Freya Dresses from this period are

Dresses from this period are depicted in large numbers in medieval illuminated manuscripts such as the Tres Riches Heures du Duc de Berry

continued to use the hasta

Hand-forged

You can close the gorget with a pin construction on one side and a strap on the other

The bag is crafted from wool and may be worn over the shoulder

surcoat checked black white Freya Dresses from this period areThe 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