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Shoulder chains

Scope note

Straps of mail, usually with one flared end, worn on military uniforms at the shoulder to hold equipment in place or to indicate rank or unit; worn especially by British cavalry units during the 19th century.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000258640

Broader Terms used

<shoulder accessories>

Term used for

chains, shoulder

Equivalent Terms used

shoulder chain

Created

13yrs ago

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