Armor for mounted combat of Philip II of Spain, by Desiderius


Spanish Soldier With Various Weapons and Armor, Early 16th Century

This list identifies various pieces of body armour worn from the medieval to early modern period in the Western world, mostly plate but some mail armour, arranged by the part of body that is protected and roughly by date.


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Medieval armours. Spanish armors made in Toledo. MEDIEVAL ARMORS. HISTORY AND EVOLUTION. The medieval armours were a essential element for the middle age knights, protecting them in the assaults that they could suffer with swords or other weapons.


Spanish Medieval Knight with a Helmet and a Shield Isolated on a White

During the medieval period, Spanish chivalry arose as a unique cultural phenomenon, deeply influenced by the socio-political landscape of the time. The era was marked by a fierce and prolonged conflict between the Christian kingdoms in the north and the Moorish rule in the south.


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The Castillo de Matilla de los Caños del Río is an early 14th century castle located near the village of Matilla in Salamanca, Spain. This region was inhabited as early as the fourth millennium BC, evident in the proliferation of stone dolmens and other funerary megalithic monuments.


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Spanish medieval armor is a fascinating topic that showcases the rich history and craftsmanship of Spain during the Middle Ages. From intricately detailed helmets to robust suits of armor, these pieces not only protected knights in battle but also reflected their social status and cultural identity.


Armor for mounted combat of Philip II of Spain, by Desiderius

There were two sorts of Spanish conquistadors: horsemen or cavalry and foot soldiers or infantry. The cavalry would usually carry the day in the battles of the conquest. When the spoils were divided, cavalrymen received a much higher share of the treasure than foot soldiers.


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Coat of arms of John of Austria, an illegitimate son of Holy Roman Emperor Charles V (also King of Spain) The descent of Spanish arms and titles differs from much of Europe in that they can be inherited through females. Also, illegitimacy did not prevent the descent of arms and titles.


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[1] The use of plate armour began to decline in the early 17th century, but it remained common both among the nobility (The most important figures of the time like the Emperor Ferdinand II, Louis XIII, Philip IV of Spain, Maurice of Orange and Gustavus Adolphus wore plate armor.) and for the cuirassiers throughout the European wars of religion.


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medieval Exploring the Rich History of Medieval Armor by Country: Unveiling the Battle-Ready Secrets of Knights and Warriors The diversity of medieval armor across different countries offers a fascinating glimpse into the unique approaches and techniques employed by ancient civilizations.


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Reed, Paul Alex. " European 16th Century Armour ." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 19 Jul 2022. Web. 28 Dec 2023. Typical weapons and armour used in European warfare in the 16th century and by conquistadors in the New World. (Grand Master's Palace Armoury, Valletta, Malta)


Reproduction 15th Century Spanish Harness Century armor, 15th century

This helmet is the only known example of armor to survive from the entire Nasrid period in Spain (1230-1492). Traditionally, it is said it belonged to Abd 'Abd Allāh Muhammad, known in the West as Boabdil, the last Nasrid king of Granada (reigned 1482-83 and 1487-92) before it was reconquered by the Spanish.


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The majority of armor used during the six or seven centuries between the fall of Rome and the early medieval period consisted of helmets, shirts of mail or scales, and shields. Unfortunately, extant pieces are extremely rare (e.g., only four Anglo-Saxon helmets survive today), so that it is difficult to draw a reliable picture.


Spanish Medieval Knight Suit of Armor of the 16th Century by Marto of

A morion ( Spanish: morrión) is a type of open-faced combat helmet originally from the Kingdom of Castile (Spain), [1] used from the beginning 16th to early 17th centuries, usually having a flat brim and a crest from front to back. Its introduction was contemporaneous with the exploration of North, Central and South America.


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When it comes to medieval armor, the Spanish Morion helmet is undoubtedly one of the most iconic pieces. Used during the 16th and 17th centuries, this helmet became synonymous with Spanish conquistadors and their expeditions to the New World. In this article, we will explore the history, design, and significance of the Spanish Morion helmet.


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Dirk H. Breiding Department of Arms and Armor, The Metropolitan Museum of Art October 2004 At the turn of the fifteenth to the sixteenth century, one of the most startling changes in taste and fashion occurred, which was immediately mirrored in armor and can best be witnessed in the German harness of the period.


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The Royal Armoury of Madrid or Real Armería de Madrid, is a collection that, among many other things, contains the personal arms of the Kings of Spain, and also houses military weapons, armours and diplomatic works of art like mixed tapestries, paintings and other works of art and trophies.