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Clothing In Ancient RomePrimary Materials

Fibers

The Romans used several different types of fibers. Wool was likely used most often, as it was obtained easily and was relatively easy to prepare. Other materials used were linen and hemp, even though a more complex preparation process is required to create cloth from these sources than from wool. There is some evidence that cotton was used, but less often. Silk, imported from several locations also was known.

Knitted sea silk glove, Taranto, Italy

Wild silk, that is, cocoons collected from the wild after the insect had eaten its way out, also was known. Wild silk, … Continue Reading

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