a piece of armour covering the chest

the helmet and breastplate are believed to have been made in Milan between 1560 and 1580

a set of straps attached to the front of a saddle, which pass across the horse's chest and prevent the saddle slipping backward

the stars on the bridle and breastplate of his and his sister's horses symbolize nobility

(in ancient times) a jewelled vestment covering the chest of the Jewish high priest