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Technically, an aglet (or aiglet ) is a sheath or tag attached to the end of a cord, lace, or ribbon. Its name comes from the Old French word aiguillette , meaning "small needle". This is fitting, as the aglet acts like a needle to guide the lace through the shoe's holes. A Surprising History

If you’ve ever tied your shoes, you’ve held an , even if you didn't know its name. That small plastic or metal tip at the end of a shoelace is the unsung hero of footwear, keeping your laces from fraying and making it possible to thread them through eyelets. What Exactly is an Aglet? Technically, an aglet (or aiglet ) is a

While we mostly see clear plastic versions today, aglets have a rich history: A Surprising History If you’ve ever tied your

Before buttons became common, aglets were used to finish the ends of ribbons used to fasten clothing together. While we mostly see clear plastic versions today,

Wealthy Romans used aglets made of precious metals like silver or brass.

In 1790, English inventor Harvey Kennedy is credited with popularizing the modern shoelace, reportedly earning millions from the invention. Beyond the Shoelace The term "aglet" has popped up in unexpected places: