Gorget

ca. 1525–75

Not on view

Burgonets and gorgets were among the most practical and widely used forms of armor for protecting the vital areas of head and neck. Examples like this gorget were worn by common soldiers, mercenaries, and militia troops across Europe.

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Title: Gorget
Date: ca. 1525–75
Culture: German
Medium: Steel, leather
Dimensions: H. 6 3/4 in. (17.1 cm); W. 11 in. (27.9 cm)
Classification: Armor Parts-Colletins
Credit Line: Gift of Prince Albrecht Radziwill, 1927
Object Number: 27.183.59
Curatorial Department: Arms and Armor

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