Thanks so much for the input on these guys. This should certainly square away the origins of the shield. I think mine is a little more complex than those shown, and likely larger.
Note, also, that mine lacks the central ornament in favor of a similar shape in koftgari.
This may very well be a hunting shield and perhaps I am reading too much into it, but I believe there is more symbolism there than hunting.
Hopefully we can learn more.
Thanks again for all the input and references.
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