black knight gorget with foldable bevorBevors like this were developed in the second half of the 15th century. They protected the vulnerable neck and were usually worn in combination with a sallet, kettle helmet, or, at the beginning of the 16th century, with a burgonet. The sallet bevor combination was the most common, and both pieces could be attached in various ways. Sallet half over the head provides an optimal field of vision. Sallet half over the head with bevor closed provides an