Shirt of Mail and Plate
Flag of TurkeyArms & ArmorCoat of mail and platelate 15th–16th century

Shirt of Mail and Plate is a coat of mail and plate possibly Istanbul of Turkish, possibly Istanbul origin created in late 15th–16th century using steel, iron, copper alloy, silver measuring as mounted, H. 34 in. (86.4 cm); Wt. 20 lb. 10 oz. (9349 g) — now part of the Arms and Armor collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumSteel, iron, copper alloy, silver
Dimensionsas mounted, H. 34 in. (86.4 cm); Wt. 20 lb. 10 oz. (9349 g)
ClassificationCoat of mail and plate
DepartmentArms and Armor
Credit LineBequest of George C. Stone, 1935
Datelate 15th–16th century

Historical Context

Culture & Period

This work belongs to the Turkish, possibly Istanbul culture. The estimated date range is 1451 – 1600.

Geography

Origin: possibly Istanbul. Flag of Turkey

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Shirt of Mail and Plate?

Shirt of Mail and Plate is housed in the Arms and Armor department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Shirt of Mail and Plate created?

Shirt of Mail and Plate dates to late 15th–16th century.

What material is Shirt of Mail and Plate made from?

Shirt of Mail and Plate is crafted from steel, iron, copper alloy, silver.

Is Shirt of Mail and Plate in the public domain?

Shirt of Mail and Plate is in the public domain and can be freely used.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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