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Gauntlet, made of doeskin

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This doeskin gauntlet is lined with cloth and overlapping plates of iron. It dates from the 17th century.

Gauntlet of doeskin, lined with cloth and plated with iron, 17th century

The glove is constructed in the same way as a 'jack' - a defensive jacket popular at this time, which may have been invented in Scotland.

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Online ID: 000-100-000-865-C
Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
Project: National Museums Scotland
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Ref: National Museums Scotland H.LN 32
Date: 17th century
Material: Doeskin with cloth lining and iron plating
Gauntlet
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What: Gauntlet
Subject: Armour, targes (NMAS Classification)
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