What's the history behind Jewish clothing circa the early modern period?
I don't know exactly what you mean but I know Jews often had to identify themselves through a unique style of dress in Christian Europe, so everyone would know who they are so they could ask them to bank on their behalf.
The "Jews are good with money" meme is literally from the fact that the Catholic church wouldn't allow lay Catholics to practice usury or interest-based banking. So they had to get Jews to keep them financially afloat on their behalf.
>>2027434
Fuggers.
>>2027452
It was very distinct though. Is all chalked up to differentiate them, or did any origins lie in older facts like that they came from the near east?
Tell me about Hebrews, why do they wear the hat?
>>2027707
Hide the bald spot.
>>2027707
Lotta loyalty for a hired rabbi.