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Magic Sphere. Depiction of the God Helios, a lion, a dragon and magical symbols. It was found buried near the Theater of Dionysos, which hosted duels and other similar contest when the sphere was created. It has been suggested that the sphere was used in magic rituals to achieve victory in these contests. 2nd-3rd century AD. Acropolis Museum. Athens. Greece.

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Magic Sphere. Depiction of the God Helios, a lion, a dragon and magical symbols. It was found buried near the Theater of Dionysos, which hosted duels and other similar contest when the sphere was created. It has been suggested that the sphere was used in magic rituals to achieve victory in these contests. 2nd-3rd century AD. Acropolis Museum. Athens. Greece.

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