Description
These ten Brass Aiglets are fashioned from solid brass, each finished with a rounded tip. Their purpose is straightforward yet essential: to protect the ends of cords or laces, making it easier to thread them through the eyelets of a gambeson or other garments worn during the Medieval and Renaissance periods. Beyond clothing, these aiglets also serve to secure and reinforce the fastening of armor components, preventing fraying and wear on the cords that held a knight’s protection together.
Fun fact: Brass aiglets with rounded tips were often preferred because the smooth, blunt end reduced the risk of accidentally puncturing delicate fabric or leather while lacing, making them a practical choice for everyday use in a warrior’s kit.
