Medieval coif with straps, various colors 1280002510

This medieval coif (also: coiffe) is made of plain cotton, lined with light cotton fabric, and can be secured under the chin with ties. Extending down to cover the ears, it is tailored like an authentic coif from the Middle Ages.
Throughout the Middle Ages, headdresses were very common for both men and women.
Women. Coifs of the type offered here were predominantly worn by men and boys, but also popular with women, regardless of lifestyle. While the lower classes generally wore them to work to protect against sun and dirt, the middle classes often wore them under their royal headdresses, knights (in a padded version) under their chainmail coifs, and kings under their crowns. They were also used as protection against parasites such as lice.
The coif was a basic piece of clothing in the Early Middle Ages, as shown by numerous historical illustrations, for example the Rutland Palatry, an illuminated manuscript, or the Morgan Bible (also known as the Maciejowski Bible or the Crusader Bible), a 13th-century illustrated bible.

This nice and simple coif is ideal for medieval markets, LARP, reenactment or history.
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Details: - One size - Available colours: natural, black, brown, red - Material: 100% cotton - Care instructions: Machine wash at 40°C, gentle cycle, do not tumble dry Please note: Delivery includes the coif only!
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