08-30-2006, 05:29 PM
I am wondering if it is possible to dye the reinforcing leather strip at the back of the heel as shown on the reconstruction by Martin Moser. It would give the caligae an even more attractive look. Is there any proof for dying (parts) of caligae?
Quintilianus/Jurgen Schultz
Member of Legio XI Claudia Pia Fidelis
AUDI ET ALTERAM PASTEM
Member of Legio XI Claudia Pia Fidelis
AUDI ET ALTERAM PASTEM