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Armors

Scope note

Use specifically for sets of armor pieces designed as a whole to possess particular physical characteristics, usually to suit a particular purpose. For the general meaning of all costume designed to be worn or carried to protect the body in combat, either entire sets or individual pieces, use "armor."

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000226591

Broader Terms used

<armor groupings>

Term used for

suits of armor

Created

13yrs ago

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