Gymnast's Belt, Germany, ca. 1865

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A gymnast's belt from 1865 was an embroidered leather belt, often decorated with oak leaves and banners. Such belts were worn by gymnasts and symbolized strength, discipline and community within the gymnastics movement.

This belt is an example. It bears the inscription: “Frisch, fromm, frei, fromm” and “Gut Heil”. Materials: leather, wool, beads. Well preserved. Minor loss of beads.