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| Item 0261: Cult Plaque | ||
| Date | Prob. 4th century |  |
| Size | 85 mm x 70 mm | |
| Weight | 57 grams | |
| Material | Lead | |
| Description | Damaged lead 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. The reverse of this example shows
a lion advancing on a female. Of an unusual shape, only one of the
six terminals surviving. Often described as votive, but no examples have been found at known temple sites. |
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| N.929e | ||