Giovacchini By Belvedere Italian Shoes Double Monk Strap 。Giovacchini Frank Monk Strap 12 Dress Shoes in good condition with Some Ware on sole of the shoes. otherwise great condition.Key Features and Purpose Protection: The Bottom of these shoes have metal plates they act as a \"sacrificial layer\" to prevent the leather sole and heel from wearing down too quickly, potentially delaying the need for a full resole.Location: The front piece is the toe tap (or toe plate), and the back piece is the heel tap (or heel plate).Style: While common on tap shoes for creating percussive sounds, they are also found on high-quality dress shoes and are often considered a mark of bespoke or handcrafted footwear