Shields

The medieval shield is the fantastic embodiment of the primitive age when the warriors of the old times used such protective shields against the fiercest attacks of the enemy. There is a wider range of the most exclusive and decorative shields, having the same characteristics of medieval shield. It is the masterpiece of the craftsman who manufactures the first-class shields with the beautiful designing and engravings. These medieval shields are designed for those individuals who have great passionate feelings of love and respect for the historical background of medieval times. There are a number of categories of medieval shields which are known with the specific names e.g. Richard Shields, Knightly Shields, decorative Round Shields, Charlemagne Shields and Black Prince Shields etc.

Our medieval shields are very protective and decorative, very helpful for you in any kind of situation; either it is a battle-field, re-enacting on stage, fighting against the powerful enemy to safeguard the fortress and fair lady. The medieval shield is really very functional shield, made of top quality material, very durable and substantial gauge steel and leather straps. These medieval shields have a unique look due to hand-made paintings and sealed with polyurethane. These shields are well-designed with fine quality stuff, having a very impressive look for the enactment of the battle scene of theater. The ornamental style of the medieval shield is taken from the styles of Swords of medieval times, 12th to the 18th century.

The shield is used as defensive device against any offensive attack of sword, arrows and mace. The Romans used to carry rectangular shields as a protective appliance but these were immobile rather than the Scottish shields which were small-sized to maneuver easily. In the medieval times, equilateral styled shields were used to get protection while on horseback. The medieval shield is used to represent knighthood of the individuals of Middle Ages. The medieval shield is considered a mark of warriors in the different societies according to the particular conventional trends. The medieval shield is well-built and multi-colored, ever used in medieval warfare. The shield has been used as protective measures in the history of warriors.

The most primitive shields were probable built of case-hardened animal cover extended over frames, or basket-woven frames enlarged with layers of cover. With the passage of time, shields were made with woody stuff and then more sophisticated material like wood and metal. In the period of renaissance, the metallic shields were commonly used while now-a-days; the shields are made of the specific material, plastic and ceramic. By the medieval age, the shield had been relating with the all manners of Christian symbols—often Christ in his defending competence of Man from the devil. However, a shield was also a mace to be used against one’s opponent. The medieval shield has a capacity of breaking bones, crushing armor by shattering down the adversary stout body. The medieval shield is well-balanced to maneuver and functionalize as required by the warriors and you may get such stylish shields in the reasonable price from our stock of swords and other accessories.