these are still on the Dillard site selling for $185. these have are showing little use. nope, there is a piece of material on the back of the heel. I think it may have been from the previous owner and is only on one shoe. I've not removed it. Pikolinos, the Aldaya W8J Water Resistant Leather Penny Loafers feature: water resistant leather upper Penny keeper strap Lining made up from 50% recycled materials Removable cushioned insole Synthetic outsole Approx. 1.2" stacked block heel size 38 which equates to 7 and 1/2 to 8 us sizes