germanic belt ballingen Leren dagboeken en notitieboekjes this type of closed shoe

this type of closed shoe completely replaced the traditional caligae sometime in the 2nd century AD

Every example is unique

The Anglo-Saxon brooch is a replica of the 6th-century original excavated at Sutton Hoo

Armour parts can be readily attached to the shoulders and arms of the haubergeon with leather laces

germanic belt ballingen Leren dagboeken en notitieboekjes this type of closed shoeThe belt is a replica based on the original excavated from a 5th6th century Alemanic tumulus in Ballingen (grave nr 2). Luxurious belts such as this were worn by the Germanic tribes in large quantities. Crafted from naturally processed brown leather, it measures 165 cm in length and 4 cm in width. The buckle and the fitting are constructed from brass.