Lorica segmentata

The lorica segmentata is a type of body armor used by soldiers of the Roman Empire, consisting of metal strips ("girth hoops" fashioned into circular bands), fastened to internal leatherstraps.

Ft. 207a

Frammento di pannello decorativo con catasta d'armi: Lorica segmentata; Incorniciatura a fascia liscia e kyma lesbio trilobato.


Fragment of a decorative panel depicting a pile of weapons: Lorica segmentata; Frame with a Lesbian leaf molding.

Building: Basilica Ulpia