Roman Belt Epic Armoury’s Roman Belt is a belt inspired by the military belt worn by ranking Roman soldiers. The Roman Belt’s five hanging full-grain leather plates and metal fittings protect the groin, but ultimately this is more for a show of rank than for armor. Made from heavy canvas and rimmed with soft leather, this belt is constructed to prevent tearing or deforming in order to provide a durable solution to your Roman-inspired costume. With a sturdy cotton cord tied at the back, adjust this belt to a large range of sizes to fit your unique body. History Referred to as a cingulum militare, or military belt, and was worn as a badge of rank by Roman soldiers Belts have been documented for male clothing since the Bronze Age between 3200–600 B.C. More commonly a male fashion item, with the exception of the Middle Ages