Viking shoes Jorvik with nails, light brown

Product description

These ankle-high leather shoes are based on archaeological finds from the English city of York, which was known as Jorvik in the early Middle Ages. The shoes date back to the 9th to 10th century, a time when England was divided into small kingdoms and frequently ravaged by Viking raids. During this turbulent period, many Vikings settled permanently in England. Jorvik, now modern-day York, was conquered by Danish Vikings in 866 AD and developed into a major Viking stronghold. The city grew into a thriving trade centre with connections across Europe. Archaeological discoveries in York — including these shoe models — offer a distinctive glimpse into the daily lives of the people who lived there.

These shoes are therefore well-suited to Viking reenactment, but also suit early medieval characters. They are fastened with two distinctive toggle buttons, which are both historically accurate and practical. If desired, the toggles can be replaced with horn or bone versions — materials that were commonly employed in the Viking Age. The sole is crafted from smooth leather and features a small heel, as was typical for shoes from this period. These shoes combine historical authenticity with comfort, making them particularly well-suited to reenactors, LARPers, or anyone passionate about early medieval clothing.