Antique Breast Plates

Antique breastplates is a piece of armour covering the breast; metallic and leather antique breastplates were used by warriors to protect them in times of war. These antique items were a solid piece of armour put on the chest by using straps or hinges; these protection pieces also carried a hidden spiritual meaning. Rare breast plates are available with private and public collectors and antique dealers. They are increasingly being used as a decorative piece by niche buyers in a number of countries.

Styles and Designs
The styles and designs vary from one period to another right from simple leather pieces to embossed leather and metal pieces to elaborately carved and engraved pieces. These protection pieces were generally designed with a light materials for the ease of soldiers, but the designs became more elaborate and complex as the methods of war changed.