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painted armour - Mick Saunders - 02-24-2008
I wonder how prevalent was the practice of palnting armour particularly in the late roman period. I am thinking about helmets, greaves and such lilke. I seem to remember seeing photographs on this site from various events on the continent. Anyone any thoughts? It was common practice at other periods, both looking good and having a practical purpose re rust etc.
Any photos or other representations?
mick saunders
Re: painted armour - Tarbicus - 02-24-2008
Mick, you might want to go to this thread: http://www.romanarmy.com/rat/viewtopic.php?t=10577
painted helmets - Mick Saunders - 02-25-2008
Tarbicus
thank you. Have just read the thread. Bottom line seems to be nobody knows for sure but seems likely. One wonders how ornate they got I am talking only about painting my helmet black specifically as a rust inhibitor.
once again appreciate your help.
mick
Re: painted helmets - Tarbicus - 02-25-2008
Quote:One wonders how ornate they got I am talking only about painting my helmet black specifically as a rust inhibitor.Hmm, I think that's a bit too much given they burnished their armour.
once again appreciate your help.
mick
Re: painted armour - John Conyard - 02-25-2008
Just cover your helm in silver plate. It does the trick!
Re: painted armour - Gaius Julius Caesar - 02-25-2008
And shines really nicely too!