Textile Braids from the Cemetery of “Saint Sophia” Church in Sofia, excavated in 1910

Abstract

This work presents the results from the analysis of the textile braids found out during the archaeological excavations one hundred years ago.The total length of the braids is approximately 160 cm. Their average width is about 7,5 cm. The braids are made of silk in tabby weave and are decorated with metal thread embroidered Õ-shaped ornaments. They are dated in 14th century.