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The Details behind the Shield design

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1.  The Wolf and Twins symbolizes the origins of the Cohort as coming from Rome and Itallic birth.
 
2.  The Corona Civita shows citizenship. Cohors II Italica was originally comprised of Roman Citizens and freed men. Voluntariorum Civium Romanorum units maintained this title and symbolism even after new non civitas members were recruited.
3.  Back: Painted Blue or light tan/yellow to taste.  Reinforced with 1/2 inch strips.
 
4.  Edging: Leather edged in off-white or white leather.
 
Colors:
Blue: "Shocking Blue" Satin finish, Lowe's Enterprise Paint Brand
Yellow: "Bright Yellow" Krylon, Wal-mart, Gloss
Green: "Dark Green" Krlon, Wal-Mart, Gloss
Boss: Deepeeka Square or round in Brass or Iron, available from www.soulofthewarrior.com
 
 
 
 

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The Legio VI Vexi
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from www.redrampant.com

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