Spartan Cloak
Other
On Display
Symbol of Spartan military identity and honor
Era:
Classical Spartan (6th-4th century BCE)
Current Location:
No complete original specimens exist. Representations can be found in various museums including the Archaeological Museum of Sparta and the British Museum
Materials:
{'primary': 'Wool', 'dye': 'Natural red dyes from insects or plants', 'fasteners': 'Bronze or iron pins'}
Research Confidence:
(80%)
About Spartan Cloak
The Spartan cloak, known as the 'tribΕn' or 'phoinikis', was a distinctive red garment worn by Spartan warriors and citizens. It was a simple, rectangular piece of woolen cloth that served both as a military uniform component and civilian dress. The cloak was typically worn draped over the left shoulder and fastened at the right shoulder with a pin or brooch, leaving the right arm free for combat. Its length usually reached just above the knees, allowing for maximum mobility.
Historical Significance
Symbol of Spartan military identity and honor
Physical Details
Dimensions:
Materials:
{'primary': 'Wool', 'dye': 'Natural red dyes from insects or plants', 'fasteners': 'Bronze or iron pins'}
Quick Facts
Type:
Other
Era:
Classical Spartan (6th-4th century BCE)
Where to See It
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No complete original specimens exist. Representations can be found in various museums including the Archaeological Museum of Sparta and the British Museum
Currently on Display