Bronze head of a woman or goddess at The British Museum, London

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This bronze head wears a diadem with silver decoration that still shines brightly. The ezes retain their intricate silver inlay, showcasing the artist's exceptional craftsmanship. In ancient times, Cilicia was a thriving region located on the southern coast of Asia Minor. This vast territory existed as a distinct entity from Hittite rule to the Armenian Kingdom of Cilicia and the Byzantine Empire. Cilicia stretches inland from Turkey's southeastern coast, due north and northeast of Cyprus Island. Today, Cilicia corresponds to Turkey's Çukurova region. In the year 100 BC, Rome was ruled by Marius and Flaccus as joint consuls. This era was later referred to as Year 654 Ab Urbe Condita, marking the beginning of a new calendar system in Europe. For centuries, this system has been used to name years, replacing the old Roman calendar. Similarly, 150 BC was a pivotal year when Flamininus and Balbus held power as joint consuls. This era was also known as Year 604 Ab Urbe Condita, signifying the start of a new era in Rome's history. (Credit: British Museum) This object is part of "Scan The World", a groundbreaking initiative launched by MyMiniFactory to create a digital archive of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the world. Scan The World aims to provide free access to these cultural treasures for the public to enjoy. This project is an open-source community effort, where anyone can contribute interesting items and help shape the future of this initiative. If you have unique objects that you'd like to share, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can participate in Scan The World. Scanned using photogrammetry, processed with Agisoft PhotoScan.