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Hermes in Greek Mythology, Mercury in Roman Mythology.
Mercury was a Roman god. His Greek name is Hermes. He wears winged sandals because he is the messenger god. He flies from place to place delivering the messages of the gods.
Hermes was the Greek messenger God. He is often represented wearing winged sandals and a winged cap. He also carries a staff. He may be represented by a rooster, symbolically.
Hermes
If you look at the Good Year logo, you'll notice a foot with winged sandals in between the words Good and Year. The winged sandals are a symbol of the Greek god Hermes, the god of travelers, thieves, merchants, and the messengers of the gods. In Greek mythology, the winged sandals would allow Hermes to fly so he could deliver messages and guide souls down to the underworld. They are a symbol commonly associated with Hermes.