ring mail

• Tipo histórico de armadura consistente en anillos de metal cosidos a una base de tela o cuero, utilizado en la Edad Media antes de la generalización de la cota de malla.

A historical type of armor made of metal rings sewn onto a fabric or leather backing, used in medieval times before chainmail became widespread.

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   A historical type of armor made of metal rings sewn onto a fabric or leather backing, offering protection in battle.

   Cota de anillos

   • The knight wore ring mail under his tunic for extra protection.
   • Ring mail was commonly used in medieval warfare.
   • Historians debate the effectiveness of ring mail compared to chain mail.