That part of the armor attached to the breastplate for the defense of the abdomen, usually composed of horizontal lames.

a piece of armor plate below the breastplate

See armour.

Armour, usually composed of horizontal lames, attached to the bottom edge of a breastplate to protect the abdomen.

Armor for the abdomen, usually of horizontal lames attached to the lower edge of a breastplate

Skirt of overlapping lames riveted to leather and protecting the wearer below the waist, usually attached to a breastplate.

Skirt of overlapping lames riveted to leather and protecting the wearer below the waist. (Wise, Terence. Medieval Warfare, 248) Related terms: Armor

Laminated plates, attached to the lower edge of the breastplate or cuirass to protect the abdomen.

An article of armour that protects the waist and mid-section.

Armor plates attached to the bottom of a breastplate to protect a knight's midsection.