Laurel Wreath

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Title

Laurel Wreath

Description

A laurel wreath is a symbol of victory and honor. It has been used by the ancient Greeks and Romans. It is the attribute of Apollo who is said to have made it from the tree his love Daphne turned into when he was going to violate her. The laurel wreath can be worn on the head in order to cherish the winner of a game or a competition.

References:

Ancient-Symbols.com. n.d. "Laurel Wreath." Last modified n/a (8 June 2022).

Creator

Hà Hoàng Khánh Linh

Citation

Hà Hoàng Khánh Linh, “Laurel Wreath,” Augustus in Saigon!?, accessed December 23, 2024, https://augustusinsaigon.uni-trier.de/items/show/191.

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