Robert Bruce's shield, wood 1116003001

The medieval coat of arms offered here shows an upright crimson lion (the so-called lion rampant ) on a yellow background – the coat of arms of Robert I of Scotland (1274–1329), also known as Robert Bruce or Robert the Bruce. In 1314, after years of fighting the English crown, King Robert defeated the army of Edward II of England at the Battle of Bannockburn – a decisive battle that ultimately led to the restoration of Scottish independence. Alongside the legendary William Wallace, Robert Bruce remains one of Scotland’s most famous historical figures to this day.

This heraldic shield has the typical features of heraldic shields that were common in the High Middle Ages (approx. 12th to 14th centuries): a triangular or V-shape, a flat top and rounded sides that taper towards the bottom. It is made of plywood, stretched with linen and hand-painted. The yellow-painted back of the shield is provided with two shield shackles (attachment straps / arm loops) and a longer shoulder strap made of strong, sturdy leather, which are firmly fixed in position with steel rivets. The leather upholstery, which is fastened with nails at arm height, provides improved protection against impacts and knocks.

Although this wooden sign is too light and thin for full contact, it is still a great prop for light show combat, reenactment, LARP, stage or TV/film and will make your transformation into a proud, noble knight or warrior simply perfect. It is also a nice collector's piece, display item or decorative object for all lovers of English history and heraldry.

Details:
- Material: plywood, linen, leather
- Height: approx.71 cm
- Width (including curvature): approx. 48 cm
- Radius of curvature (depth): approx. 12 cm
- Thickness: approx. 1 cm
- Weight: approx. 1.5 kg

The above specifications may vary from copy to copy.