Portions of a Ceremonial Armor ca. 1575-80 French This armor was severely damaged by fire in the 1870s, destroying its gorget (collar) and arm defenses and melting off the gilding that originally covered all its exterior surfaces. Despite this damage, the remaining parts are important as examples of French ceremonial armor from the period of Henri III (reigned 1574-89). The embossed decoration consists of battle scenes of soldiers wearing Classical armor.. Portions of a Ceremonial Armor 35824