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GREAVES

SKU: G4301

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MILD STEEL


DESCRIPTION

A greave is a piece of armour that protects the leg.During Greek antiquity, greaves were mentioned in many texts, including Hesiod’s Shield of Heracles, Homer’s Iliad and Virgil’s Aeneid. In the Illiad, the Greek forces are commonly referred to as "well-greavedAcheans".

Key Features:

  • 18 Gauge Mild Steel
  • Height 35cm approx
  • Completely wearable and can be used for costume dressing also.