Perhaps only a few if no other ancient mythological icon is more recognizable than the image of the she-wolf suckling a set of twins. This symbol has represented Rome, Italy, since ancient times. The myth associated with it is the most famous one in the tale of the founding of the mighty city. According to…
The Romans had a talisman worn as a necklace or hung above a baby’s crib or bed to ward off malevolent magic and the evil eye. It was called the cimaruta, also known as “sprig of rue” and “witch’s charm.” Some of today’s versions of this Roman symbol are cast in silver, pewter or bronze….
A draco – dragon head – was a Roman symbol of honor and a way to distinguish different cavalry units. Horsemen in the Roman cavalry carried this military standard. Such horsemen were called the draconarii (singular: draconarius). RELATED READ: Important Roman Symbols While the aquila or eagle was the standard of the legion, the Roman…
One of the most recognizable Roman symbols, the aquila is the symbol of ancient Rome where it was prominently used as a military standard. Its presence was believed by the ancient Romans to be auspicious. Having outlived the Roman empire, the aquila remains a powerful symbol and is still employed by various countries and cultures…