More re-organized and re-released miniatures from our acquisition of Immortal Miniatures. This time we have hoplites in linen cuirass – perfect to add into your plastic hoplite regiments!
The hoplite was the mainstay of the Greek army during the Persian Wars. Every man was expected to provide his own equipment so he could fight in the phalanx. This at the very least would have been a helmet, greaves, spear and shield. Arms and armor would have been bought or passed down through the family, resulting in a mixture of old and new equipment spread throughout the phalanx.
The linen cuirass has been around since the 6th Century, and was beginning to take preference over the older style bronze 'bell' cuirass (which gave superior protection, but its weight hindered movement). Vase paintings from the beginning of the 5th Century usually depict the cuirass as being made from composite materials. These would have been made from scales of leather or bronze, which would have been fastened to the flexible material underneath, providing good protection while retaining a light weight.
This pack contains eight metal miniatures with separate heads, spear arms and shields, allowing you plenty of scope for posing and variety.
You can also buy them as a regiment of 20 hoplites, all holding spears over arm, under arm, or a 50/50 mix – your choice!