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Answers to some of the most frequently questions submitted to Knyghtly Armes.
Q: How much did armour cost?
As all of the values cited below are shown in pounds (£ from liber), shillings (s from solidus) and pence (d from denarius), we should first clarify the break down of English currency at the time. It is also important to note that the pence or penny was worth less (240...
Q: Was armour worn only by the knightly class?
For a man of sufficient means, however, there could be no substitute for hardened steel. The term ‘man-at-arms’ was used to refer not only to a knight but also any soldier who is outfitted in harness. Men-at-arms could be anything from veteran mercena...