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    What was the name of the decorative pouch attached to the crotch of breeches worn by 15th and 16th century men?

    Question #43967. Asked by welllady. (Feb 02 04 2:40 PM)


    Siskin

    		It sounds like it could be a 'codpiece' as worn by Edmund Blackadder.

    Feb 02 04, 3:58 PM
    satguru

    		And that was as much a protective form of armour as decorative wear. Much like modern day cricket boxes.

    Feb 02 04, 8:51 PM

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