The earliest recorded evidence of sock-wearing in ancient Egypt dates back to around 2500 BC. Our research team has uncovered the remnants of a long-lost civilization that valued comfort and warmth in their footwear.
These ancient Egyptians didn't just wear their socks for fashion, but for protection from the harsh desert sands that constantly threatened to fill their sandals with grit and grime.
One of the most famous socks from this era is the 'Sarcophagus Sock', a thick, black sock made from the finest Egyptian cotton, designed to keep even the most sensitive of pharaohs' toes warm during the long, arduous process of mummification.
Visit the Sock Museum of Thebes to see our extensive collection of ancient Egyptian socks, including the fabled Sarcophagus Sock.
Want more? Check out the Socks of the Gods, a collection of divine footwear worn by the pantheon of Egyptian deities.
Or, for the more adventurous, explore the Socks of the Pharaohs for a glimpse into the sock-filled world of Egypt's most powerful rulers.