Chīmalli

The Chīmalli or Aztec shield (Nahuatl pronunciation: [t͡ʃiːˈmalːi] ^ⓘ; "shield") was the traditional defensive armament of the indigenous states of Mesoamerica. These shields varied in design and purpose. The Chīmalli was also used while wearing special headgear.

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