Product description
In ancient Rome, footwear was not only functional but also a symbol of status. Skilled shoemakers were held in high regard and crafted custom-made 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 sole with a strap between the toes. Soldiers wore sturdy military boots called caligae. For everyday use, there were leather shoes like the calceus, suitable for both indoor and outdoor wear, and the crepida, which had a hard sole and side lacing.
The carbatina (plural: carbatinae) is the Latin name for a type of shoe with a collar, made from a single piece of leather. Carbatinae were widespread throughout the Roman Empire and remained in use well into the first millennium AD. They were typically made from one piece of cowhide that formed both the sole and the upper, without any stitched-on parts like outer soles. These shoes were mainly worn by farmers and poorer citizens. These sandals are ideal for Roman, Greek, Late Roman, or (early) medieval reenactment.
Details:
Material: vegetable tanned leather
Sole: leather
Color: dark brown
Sizes: 38-46
Based on a historical original
Shipment weight (g): 1000 *
This item is produced in limited quantities only. This means that every piece is unique. Sizes & finish may vary lightly from piece to piece.
Maintenance & care
Just as with weaponry, you can care for your shoes and leatherware by applying a little Ballistol after cleaning. This prevents the leather from drying out.
When packaging this item, we exclusively use 100% recycled plastic and recycled paper/cardboard from FSC certified forests. We reuse a large part of the material directly without the intervention of a recycling process.
Recycle the material by separating your waste:
1. Cardboard: separate or reuse your paper.
2. Plastic cushions, clothing bags and plastic tape: separate or reuse your plastic. If possible, pierce the cushions with a volume reduction needle.
3. Paper packaging for jewelry and small items: these have a plastic inner layer. Remove these, then separate your paper and plastic.
Read here about how we are committed to sustainability.
