S O L D Early 19th century cilice from a nunnery in Piedmont, Italy. A cilice is a penitential spiked belt undergarment made to be wrapped around the leg as Cilice Garter Etsy Rare Early 19th C Cilice Spiked Garter . used to induce pain + bleeding while in prayer as a sign of repentance Add the leather straps n get bleeding ! Found Lace Garter Belt Intimissimi Black fabric cilice for long term wear