Indo- Persian Chainmail Armor...Need to know if it is real and what its worth

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Posted by Eltrut101

14 years ago

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I purchased this chainmail suit from a small street vendor when I was in Romania earlier this year and was wondering if you could give me some more information about it. I looked through some galleries and it looks very similar to an Indo-persian horsemans vest. I don't know if it is real or not but I was hoping someone could help me out with that. The collar is what concerns me, it appears to be in extremely good condition or replaced. The chainmail itself looks very old, and seems to be in very good condition.

Category Militaria

Medium Chainmail

Distinguishing marks Looks like an Indo-Persian horseman's vest, has slit on the back to go over the horse's back

Condition Excellent

Date Period 1800-1900 if it's real

Weight Probably about 30 pounds

History I purchased this armor from a small street vendor in Romania. I bought it thinking it would be something cool to hang on the wall.

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Price Paid (If known) $130

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