crepida
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Crepida (crepis or krepis; ), also known as Crepidula, was a type of footwear similar to a sandal, but distinct from a basic sandal. It served as a middle form between a fully enclosed boot and a simple sandal. Originally, it was worn by peasants and featured a thick, sturdy sole, often reinforced with nails. Some versions had metal plates made of lead or bronze, these were called Chian crepides (Χῖαι κρηπῖδες). A follower of Alexander the Great, Hagnon, is even said to have worn crepidae that had gold or silver nails.
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Crepida (crepis or krepis; ), also known as Crepidula, was a type of footwear similar to a sandal, but distinct from a basic sandal. It served as a middle form between a fully enclosed boot and a simple sandal. Originally, it was worn by peasants and featured a thick, sturdy sole, often reinforced with nails. Some versions had metal plates made of lead or bronze, these were called Chian crepides (Χῖαι κρηπῖδες). A follower of Alexander the Great, Hagnon, is even said to have worn crepidae that had gold or silver nails.
thumb|right|250px|Crepida by Anthony Rich, Illustrated Companion to the Latin Dictionary, and Greek Lexicon, p. 213 thumb|right|250px|Crepida by Anthony Rich, Illustrated Companion to the Latin Dictionary, and Greek Lexicon, p. 213