Gravestone of Caius Popillius

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The deceased sits majestically on a throne of grandeur. A slave holds an elegant scroll, making a distinctive sign with his hand - either a casual gesture or one warding off evil spirits. The inscription, penned in both Greek and Latin, takes the form of a conversation: an unknown passerby extends greetings to the deceased, who responds thoughtfully. Notably, bilingual inscriptions like this were uncommon and rarely addressed locals directly.