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From an initial letter on the grant of the Duchy of Aquitaine by Edward III to the Black Prince. British Museum

the hard substance beneath whatever material covering was used, and they would also protect it from being rubbed or torn from its fastenings round the edge. It is also plain that these studs were an ornamental addition to the coloured velvet or paint. If the textile surface were also quilted it would constitute an extra defence to the metal or cuir-bouilli; but it is conceivable that a thick quilted garment made of very stout material would form quite a fair defence in itself, especially against a cutting blow. It will be noticed