08-14-2006, 06:06 PM
I don't have any find context on this other than "Eastern Europe". I believe it was from the Gutmann collection. I have indirect references to several similar pieces found on the upper Rhine, but no publications.
Based on its condition, gage, and stamped construction, I have no reason to believe it to be other than genuine. It is about the width of the Newstead chest plate opening that is framed by a copper alloy plate, presumably to prevent chafing, as would be if a strap was used.
It is also similar to Bishop's illustration 5.6 3a, which is missing the piece that articulates with it. (Lorica Segmentata Vol. I, 2002.)
Ralph Izard
Based on its condition, gage, and stamped construction, I have no reason to believe it to be other than genuine. It is about the width of the Newstead chest plate opening that is framed by a copper alloy plate, presumably to prevent chafing, as would be if a strap was used.
It is also similar to Bishop's illustration 5.6 3a, which is missing the piece that articulates with it. (Lorica Segmentata Vol. I, 2002.)
Ralph Izard
