Monday, November 16, 2009

What are those leaf crowns that the romans wore called?

I am making a poster for a toga party and need a picture of that crown of leaves but I don't know which word to search for. Anyone has any ideas?

What are those leaf crowns that the romans wore called?
Laurel wreath





A laurel wreath is a circular wreath made of interlocking branches and leaves of the Bay Laurel (Laurus nobilis, Lauraceae), an aromatic deciduous evergreen.


In Greek mythology, Apollo is represented wearing a laurel wreath on his head. In ancient Greece wreaths were awarded to victors, both in athletic competitions, including the ancient Olympics, and in poetic meets.


In Rome they were symbols of military victory, crowning a successful commander during his triumph.


Whereas ancient laurel wreaths are most often depicted as a horseshoe shape, modern versions are usually complete rings.





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