Bidspirit auction | A RARE SCOTTISH TARGE SHIELD

A RARE SCOTTISH TARGE SHIELD - Of characteristic planked construction, covered in finely tooled and colored leather. The surface set with brass studs in geometrical motifs together with pierced brass plates backed by red cotton, and a brass boss at the center bearing a removable steel spike. The reverse covered in leather with suspension bands and spike sheath intact. 20th century. Minor wear. Diameter 52cm / 20 1/2 inches. Condition III