Armor attributed to Richard Holden | Harquebusier's Armor of Pedro II, King of Portugal (reigned 1683–1706) with Buff Coat | British, London; buff coat, European | The Metropolitan Museum of Art
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Buff coats, worn under armor by cavalry and officers, could stop a sword cut or even a musket or pistol balls
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