Footwear of Riga Inhabitants

These finds (12th–13th cc.) reveal the craftsmanship and adaptation of medieval Rigan footwear to local climate and lifestyle. 19. Decorated leather boot – adorned with textile-like patterns. 20. Postola – simple leather slip-on shoe. 21. Children’s shoes – small, soft leather construction. 22. Ice spur attachment diagram. 23. Leather ice spur mount. 24. Iron ice spurs – fixed to shoes for walking on icy streets.