How to make or buy a Vexillum Standard

[texascavtrooper]

Ok Now I have a question. I know that the only find of a vexillum is made out of linen. So is that the only thing you can make one out of? I was going to use a piece of red wool that was left over from my tunic I made. Would this be ok to use?
Bryan

[Tertius Mummius]

I've heard of another one, just with a (4-point) star and the four corner elements, that was found in Syria, but never saw a pic of it -- this one was made of wool according to the rumor of its overall existence. To put paint on it, however, wool is terrible compared to linen (unless very VERY fine and densely woven, and even then). So I don't know what's true about the rumour of this (stroke of conincidence) "flag that bears a single star".

[Theodosius the Great]

For attaching fringe, you can simply buy some and sew it onto the fabric. Fringe is available in both linen and wool. You may want to search under "trim". It isn't easy to find but I see some posted on eBay from time to time. So, you may want to keep your eyes open

If you get white fringe you can probably dye it red or gold or whatever color you like. But I'd steer clear of any synthetics.

I've heard of another one, just with a (4-point) star and the four corner elements, that was found in Syria, but never saw a pic of it

Interesting. I don't recall reading about this discovery in Bishop and Coulston. It must be very recent.

~Theo

[M. Demetrius]

Paint isn't the only way to add decoration to the surface. Appliques (like letters cut from another cloth and sewn on, for example) or embroidery are other means to get there. Paint would more than likely be the most common, and tunic wool would not provide the best surface for that, though I think it could be done, it would not be easy. Wool is, well, woolly.

[Cacaius]

Salve

Every group make two hanging belts on both sides of the Vexillum ...
My questions is .. WHY ???

Where is the source for that ? Can you help me ?