roman sandals carbatinae

roman sandals carbatinaeIn ancient Rome, footwear was not only functional but also a symbol of social status. Skilled shoemakers were highly respected craftsmen who created custom shoes for clients from the upper classes. Ordinary citizens, on the other hand, often made their own sandals, such as the simple sandalia or soleae, consisting of a basic sole with a thong between the toes. Soldiers wore sturdy military boots called caligae. For everyday wear, leather shoes such as

Rather than settling for an ordinary drinking vessel

The sword is dispatched including a leather scabbard and certificate of authenticity

Between the 9th and 11th centuries

This spangenhelm features a conical bowl

Handmade (matt) – Place the steel in cola for 40 minutes to 20 hours

permitting the shirt to be worn comfortably beneath a gambeson or hauberk

Crafted with an eye for detail and fine workmanship

24–27 cm: glove size 9

The Curved Elven Sword is the ultimate weapon for an elven guard

or library

allowing the interior to be illuminated with a tea light or larger candle

The pugio is crafted from carbon steel and bears the typical form of a pugio from the period of Emperor Augustus