Wadleigh, R. H. · Coleman & Maxwell, Boston · leaf 15
oned in history is the tiara. Strabo informs us that itwas in the form of a tower. It is often seen carved upon ancient medals, and Serviuscalls it a Phrygian cap. The kings and heroes of Homerand Virgil wore this head-dress: — This rojal robe and this tiara woreOld Priam. Woman is defined by an… … lO A caul is a very ancient head-dress; it is mentioned inthe Bible, and by many old writers; it was usually madeof net-work, of gold or silk, and enclosed all the hair.Some were set with jewels, and were very heavy and ofgreat value. In the time of Virgil cauls were muchworn: — Her head with…
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