Breastplate

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A breastplate is called

  • a form of protective shield, see shield (protective weapon)
  • a heraldic shield placed on the chest of a heraldic bearer (usually a heraldic animal), see breast shield (heraldry)
  • a form of jewelry, amulet or mark of dignity, see pectorals
  • the Hoshen (also Choshen ) of the Jewish high priest in the Old Testament, set with twelve precious stones
  • a non-surgical method of treating inverted and flat warts, see p. Breastplate (chest)