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Peltae

Scope note

Greek and Latin term for light, crescent-shaped shields made of wicker and covered with leather; it was considered by the Greeks and Romans as the typical defensive weapon of barbarous peoples.

This term has 3 records attributed within our system.

Term type

AAT
Object name

Getty AAT term number

3000213495

Broader Terms used

shield (armour)
shields (armor)

Term used for

peltas

Equivalent Terms used

pelta

Created

13yrs ago

Connected records

Greek

Maker(s)

Mint: Peltae

Greek

Maker(s)

Mint: Peltae

Greek

Maker(s)

Mint: Peltae

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