The 18th Century Gorget: A Vestigial Authority Symbol

The 18th Century Gorget: A Vestigial Authority Symbol

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What is a gorget? Where did they come from, and why were they worn in the 18th Century? Was their function a practical one, or one of ceremony and fashion? These strange little pieces of metal hanging around the necks of officers and chiefs are often ignored- but they can mean quite a bit!

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