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Hellenic Art
Athenia Shield With Owl
Product Description
This is a replica of an Ancient Greek Hoplite Athenian Shield, bearing an owl: the emblem of Athens. The shield, ("aspis" in Greek), was carried by Greek infantry (Hoplites) of various periods, and is often referred to as a Hoplon. A Hoplon shield was a deeply dished shield made of wood. Some shields had a thin sheet of bronze on the outer face, often just around the rim. in some periods, the convention was to decorate the aspis; in others, it was left plain.
Product Details
- Materials
Bronze
- Measurements
5"L x 13"W x 15"H
- OriginGreece
— Exact Museum Replica
— Handcrafted From Solid Bronze
— Includes Marble Display Stand
Shipping Information
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Shipping AvailabilityUnited States
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Shipping PolicyStandard Ground Shipping
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Ship In4-5 weeks ⓘ
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Return PolicyFinal sale, not eligible for return or cancellation
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