A Closer Look at King Tut's Footwear: The Pharaoh Was Buried With Over 80 Pairs of Sandals Made from Gold and Papyrus [View all]

Ancient Egyptian sandals show how King Tut crushed his enemies with every step he took.

Tudor TaritabyTudor Tarita February 13, 2026
Edited and reviewed by Tibi Puiu

In 1922, archaeologists uncovered the intact tomb of Tutankhamun, exposing thousands of artifacts placed around the young Egyptian king for burial. Among the gold ornaments, chariots and ritual items were dozens of pairs of sandals arranged with care.

These pieces of footwear are now the focus of renewed attention. They offer practical clues about royal life, belief and health in ancient Egypt, including evidence that the teenage pharaoh may have had difficulty walking.

Footwear for a King

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A sewn sandal made from grass, palm leaf, and papyrus from King Tut’s tomb. Credit: André J. Veldmeijer

At least 80 pairs of sandals and shoes were buried with Tutankhamun. Craftsmen made them from materials ranging from palm leaves and papyrus to leather, gemstones and gold. Artisans made some as simple sewn sandals, while others required entire teams to emboss gold, dye leather and inlay stones.

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https://www.zmescience.com/science/archaeology/king-tut-footwear/