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Cointises

Scope note

Ornamental or symbolic pendent scarves or veils attached to knights' helmets or ladies' headdresses such as hennins.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000216936

Broader Terms used

<accessories worn on the head>

Equivalent Terms used

cointise

Created

12yrs ago

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