Black Prince wooden Shield AG871 by Art Gladius of Spain

AG871 Art Gladius
BLACK PRINCE WOODEN SHIELD
List Price: $~~349.00~~
Our Price: $249.90

Overall Height: 29"
Width: 18.5"
Weight: 7 lbs. 9 oz.

Primarily intended for use as wall display pieces, many of our shields have been adapted for parade and theatrical use. They are equipped with chain hangers. Hang these Decorative Shields by themselves or with our Swords or Poleaxes for a grand display.

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"BLACK PRINCE" WOODEN SHIELD AG871 by Art Gladius Often referred to as "The Black Prince Shield", this popular item by the craftsmen of Art Gladius of Spain is an eye catcher, finished in rich black and blood red with beautiful gold detailing. The gold and silver centrepiece is highly detailed embroidery on maroon leather, depicting Saint George slaying the Dragon in striking detail. Crafted in Toledo, Spain, the shield is made of wood bearing a wonderful authenticty not found in many decorative shields. This wooden shield face is beautifully finished and fashions highly ornate fitting making it a piece great for home decor. Equipped with a thick steel chain on the reverse side of the shield, the shield is easily mounted and also features an adjustable sword handle/mount giving the ability to mount most sized swords behind it. The Art Gladius wooden shield of the Black Prince measures 29 inches in height, 18.5 inches wide and weighs approx 7 lbs.		• Overall Height: 29" • Width: 18.5" • Material: Wood w/metal fittings • Weight: approx 7 ibs • Chain Hanger in back side of shield A great conversation piece, collectors item and even LARP (Live Action Role Play) accessory. A decorative shield not intended to withstand actual blunt force combat. Specs may vary slightly from piece to piece.

St. George and the Dragon Ancient storytellers told legends of an Eastern city called Salem where a terrifying dragon lived in a swamp nearby. The dragon demanded a daily tribute of sheep and cattle. Soon, after exhausting these food supplies, the dragon demanded the sacrifice of two children a day. A lottery system was devised to pick the victims. Cleodolinda, the daughter of the King, was chosen for that day's sacrifice. As Cleodolinda was sadly proceeding to her doom, along came the knight George. Seeing the dragon about to gulp down the lovely princess, George promised the citizens deliverance from their troubles. After making the sign of the cross, he transfixed the dragon with his lance and wounded it with his magic sword Ascalon. George then had the princess bind the beast with her girdle. The dragon then became docile and tame, and followed the princess and George back to the city. There in the market square, George killed the dragon with his lance. As George was killing the dragon, he told the city citizens that this act was to show the power of God. Not only was the princess saved and the city relieved, but the people gave up their idols and accepted Christianity. George was said to have married the princess and lived happily ever after. In different places and times, much of the world has chosen Saint George as a Patron Saint. His slaying of the dragon as a symbol of the victory of goodness over evil endeared him to many


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