A toga was a distinctive garment worn by Roman citizens, symbolizing their status and identity. The toga was a long piece of cloth, typically made of wool, draped over the body in a specific manner. While most togas were plain white (toga pura), those worn by higher-ranking officials had specific color markings.
For instance, a toga with a purple border (toga praetexta) was worn by magistrates and senators, while the all-purple toga (toga picta) was reserved for triumphs and emperors.
Julius Caesar, as a consul and later dictator, wore the toga praetexta with a purple stripe to signify his rank. The toga was not only a garment but also a symbol of Roman citizenship, authority, and status. Citizens wore togas for formal occasions, legal proceedings, and public events, making it a key element of Roman social and political life.
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