01-23-2004, 12:43 AM
I have three related questions regarding roman mail.<br>
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During the time that plate lorica (lorica segmentata) was worn in the legions, what evidence is available suggsting that mail was still worn (albeit to a lesser degree)?<br>
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Is there any source that notes the comparative costs of mail and plate lorica during this time period? Was mail more expensive?<br>
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Is there any evidence to suggest that plate lorica was worn mainly by the common soldiers while the wealthier classes preferred mail?<br>
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<br>
During the time that plate lorica (lorica segmentata) was worn in the legions, what evidence is available suggsting that mail was still worn (albeit to a lesser degree)?<br>
<br>
Is there any source that notes the comparative costs of mail and plate lorica during this time period? Was mail more expensive?<br>
<br>
Is there any evidence to suggest that plate lorica was worn mainly by the common soldiers while the wealthier classes preferred mail?<br>
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