• Early medieval shield boss including rivets
  • Early medieval shield boss with rivets
  • Early medieval shield boss including rivets
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Early medieval shield boss including rivets

$64.98 USD
$64.98 USD
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Highlights

This authentic shield boss from Ulfberth is an ideal choice for equipping early medieval shields.

  • Fully combat-ready construction made of robust, 1.6 mm thick steel
  • Historically accurate boss shape, specially designed for early medieval reenactment
  • Practical complete set including four matching rivets for easy attachment
  • Compact dimensions with an overall diameter of approximately 16.5 cm and a depth of 6.5 cm
  • Lightweight design of approximately 350 g for optimal shield balance
Manufacturer's specifications

Ulfberth.dk, Kærdammen 27, 2605, Brøndby, Ulfberth.dk@gmail.com
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Early medieval shield boss including rivets
Early medieval shield boss with rivets
Early medieval shield boss including rivets
Early medieval shield boss including rivets

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Questions about the product Early medieval shield boss including rivets

What function did the shield boss originally serve on the shield in the Early Middle Ages, and how did this meaning change with the introduction of the Norman shield in the 11th century?

Originally, in the Early Middle Ages, the shield boss served to protect the fighter's hand in a fist grip behind the center of the shield and to provide space for the grip. With the introduction of the Norman shield in the 11th century, it lost this protective function, as the shield was now attached to the forearm with straps, and henceforth served primarily as a decorative element or to reinforce the shield's construction.
What material were most early medieval shield bosses made of, and what different geometric shapes could they take on depending on the region and fashion?

Early medieval shield bosses were mostly made of iron or bronze sheet. Depending on the region and fashion, they could take on various geometric shapes such as spherical segments, hemispheres, cones, or pointed ovals. These bosses primarily served to protect the fist and were riveted to the front of the shield above a grip hole.
What are the dimensions and weight of this early medieval shield boss, and for which types of shields or DIY projects is it particularly suitable due to its size?

This early medieval shield boss has an overall diameter of approximately 16.5 cm, a boss diameter of approximately 11.5 cm, and a depth of approximately 6.5 cm. It weighs about 350 g and has a material thickness of 1.6 mm. Due to its size and steel construction, it is ideally suited for building Viking round shields, flat shields for reenactment, as well as for stage combat and DIY projects.
What was the significance of the rivets included in the delivery for the assembly of the shield boss, and what material thickness does the boss have to ensure protection in staged combat or reenactment?

The included rivets allow for immediate and easy mounting of the shield boss onto a wooden shield. Made of 2 mm thick steel, the boss offers high stability and robustness, making it fully suitable for stage combat and providing the necessary protection for reenactment activities.