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| Item 0263: Cult Plaque | ||
| Date | Prob. 4th century |  |
| Size | 92 mm x 78 mm | |
| Weight | 126 gram | |
| Material | Lead | |
| Description | Plaque attributed to the "Danube
Riders"
cult, based in the roman provinces along the Danube. At least 40 of
these plaques are known and vary somewhat in design, though the basic
figures of sun and moon, the riders and the central female are usually
always represented. The riders carry an axe/club/torch and a spear,
and both trample on naked bodies. Often described as votive, but no examples have been found at known temple sites. |
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