Archer's ring, jade and gold, Ottoman Empire, 16th-17th century AD

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TeamBrett@lemmy.world · 11 pts · 2y (1 reply)

Archery rings were worn on the thumb of the archer’s release hand to protect it from the thrust of the bowstring

Interesting. I didn't know there were draw techniques that utilized the thumb.