Quote Originally Posted by Ryan Ross View Post
It blows my mind how often that blatant myth pops up. I really wish folks would stop spreading it around.
I had never thought to question it, don't know where I read it first.

According to wikipedia today: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sporran

The sporran is descended from the medieval belt pouch, and is not descended from the Roman Balteus - groin armour.

Thanks Ryan.

EDIT: and simultaneously posting Dale.