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Silver Boss
Description
Smooth silver disc-shaped boss with raised edges, externally marked by a decoration of incised parallel strokes. The disc is pierced by a square hole, decorated with a gold sheet, originally associated
... read more >Smooth silver disc-shaped boss with raised edges, externally marked by a decoration of incised parallel strokes. The disc is pierced by a square hole, decorated with a gold sheet, originally associated with the passage of a nail in antiquity.
The silver boss is a small decorative element, probably part of a piece of furniture. This object highlights the high level of craftsmanship required to produce luxury items that pilgrims and worshippers—most likely of high social status—offered to the goddess as gifts within the sanctuary.
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