Hand-sewn, ready for shipment, 100 % linen, extra long, Viking leg bands, leg wraps, winingas, buying medieval clothing

These bands are made of 100% pure linen of mauve purple color and have been sewn by hand along all the edges. They are very robust and durable, and are historically correct. At one end there is a strip of brown linen, very useful for tying the band to the calf.

They were worn in the Early Middle Ages to protect the lower legs, from the feet to the knee. They could be worn directly on the skin, like socks, or over trousers, to wrap the leg and keep warm in winter.

These bands are also mentioned by the Lombard historian Paolo Diacono, who lived in the eighth century:
"The Lombards [...], since they covered with small white bands (candidis fasceolis) the lower part of the legs, resembled those mares who have white feet up to the leg"
Historia Langobardorum, buying I.24

This listing refers to a pair of bands.
The bands are ready to be shipped.

Dimensions:
approx. cm 8,5 x 345 each // 3 x 136 inches + brown stripe

The bands are also available in other materials and colors:
https://www.etsy.com/it/shop/SartoriaLongobarda?section_id=20152823

In my shop you will find historical clothes, medieval accessories and handmade fabrics:
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EXPEDITION
I ship by National or International Registered Mail of Poste Italiane: the package is traceable and you can check the status of your shipment at any time.

Approximate shipping times:
Shipping to Italy: 3-5 working days
Shipping in Europe: 4-10 working days
Shipping to America: 7-13 business days

On request, I can ship by express courier and delivery expected within 2-3 working days worldwide: contact me before purchasing to know the cost.
After shipping, however, I have no control over the package and am not responsible for any delays due to the postal service.

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