Hoplon (Greek Shield)
Weapon
Essential defensive equipment that made the Greek phalanx formation possible
Era:
Classical Greek (8th-3rd century BCE)
Materials:
Wood core with bronze facing
Research Confidence:
(80%)
About Hoplon (Greek Shield)
The heavy bronze-covered wooden shield used by Greek hoplites, essential to the phalanx formation. Weighed about 7-9 kg and provided protection from neck to thigh.
Historical Significance
Essential defensive equipment that made the Greek phalanx formation possible
Physical Details
Dimensions:
Materials:
Wood core with bronze facing
Quick Facts
Type:
Weapon
Era:
Classical Greek (8th-3rd century BCE)