Silver leaf disc dedicated to the sun-god Sol. Sol is crowned with rays, and two horses appear behin
Silver leaf disc dedicated to the sun-god Sol. Sol is crowned with rays, and two horses appear behind his shoulders. Roman, 3rd century CE, excavated at Pessinus, Anatolia. British Museum, London, England. ©The Trustees of the British Museum. Image link: XFelix dies natalis Sol Invictus!You have returned O Sun, as I knew you wouldFor this is your part in the way of thingsYou have your role, and you play it wellI ask that you inspire me to do the same:To know the right thing to doAnd to do it with passion, and joy, and honour~ Amalasuntha -- source link
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