European (Germany) riveted mail Bishops mantle, detail view of the transition, first quarter of the 16th c, small riveted rings, the rings at the upper part of the shirt and the collar are thicker and closer; the front opening provided with two engraved buckles and a hook. Open along the sides. Bishop's mantle was very popular among German mercenaries in the first part of the 16th c. Often it was the only defense for these troops. height 58 cm.