Pteruges formed a defensive skirt of leather or multi-layered fabric (linen) strips or lappets worn hanging from the waists of Roman and Greek cuirasses of warriors and soldiers, defending the hips and thighs.
A warrior in mixed-format armor (horned bucket helmet, chain vest, fur shoulder guards, leather wrist / shin wraps, heavy belt, and pteruges.) Holding a buckler shield and long mace.