04-26-2011, 11:12 PM
Belt plates did not always completely cover the belt. The Velsen soldier's belt had no plates on the back. On the other hand, the Herculaneum soldier's belt was completely covered with plates, if I recall correctly. In both these circumstances the entire soldier's body was found. Neither one of them was wearing armor.
Quinton Johansen
Marcus Quintius Clavus, Optio Secundae Pili Prioris Legionis III Cyrenaicae
Marcus Quintius Clavus, Optio Secundae Pili Prioris Legionis III Cyrenaicae