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Ancient Roman souvenir cup with the names and depictions of popular gladiators at the time, 1st century AD

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  • So you're saying there were some accuracies in the merchandize sold of Hercules in the Disney movie?

    • Fascinating how modernity and antiquity collide sometimes, isn't it? Greeks usually went with pottery to celebrate their favorite athletes, while the expansion of glass-making (and clear glass) under the Romans meant you get surprisingly modern-seeming pieces like this!

      • Yeah I'd like to thank you being nearly the sole poster in this community. You find some interesting things to post and always include a link.

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