Rondache Explained

The rondache or roundel was a shield carried by late Medieval and Renaissance foot soldiers (swordsman).^[1] It was made of boards of light wood, sinews or ropes, covered with leather, plates of metal, or stuck full of nails in concentric circles or other figures.^[2] Widespread among the infantrymen of northern Italy in the 15th century.^[3]

See also

• Ghisi Shield, another elaborade parade shield.

Notes and References

1. http://thinkexist.com/dictionary/meaning/rondache/
2. Web site: Rondache. 25 October 2021. 7 December 2021. En.wiktionary.org.
3. Gli obblighi militari nel marchesato di Monferrato ai tempi di Teodoro II. Fabio. Romanoni. 1 January 2020. Bollettino Storico- Bibliografico Subalpino. 7 December 2021.