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In the ancient Greek Olympic games what did the winner receive?
A wreath of olive branches was placed on the winner's head at the ancient Olympics in Greece.
What is a greek olive head wreath called?
An Athlon
What was won by winners of roman chariot races?
Usually a olive wreath
What were ancient Greek olive wreaths made of gold or branches?
ivy is incorrect, the right answer is Olive leaves, that's why it's called an olive wreath
What did the ancient olympian say when he lost his olive wreath?
this si so not kool
What does a olive wreath stand for?
peace
Prizes in ancient Olympics?
a olive leaf wreath and a statue of themselves at mount Olympus
What would winners of the Olympic Games receive as a prize?
Olive-leaf wreath
What were the prizes ancient Olympic?
olive leaf wreath and a statue of themselves on mount Olympus.
What were the prizes in ancient Olympics?
The prizes were wild olive wreaths, a statue of the athlete, fame and honour.
What award is given to a winner in the ancient Olympic Games?
a crown of olive leaves cut from the sacred tree of Olympia
What did the ancient Olympics winners receive?
A crown of leaves from the sacred olive tree.
In the ancient Greek Olympic games what did the winner receive?
A wreath of olive branches was placed on the winner's head at the ancient Olympics in Greece.
What are the olive leaf things worn on the head?
This may be a reference to a "laurel," a wreath of laurel (or holly) used to indicate the status of a champion or other honored person.
What was the Olive wreath made of?
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What does the lantern stand for on a dime?
No US dimes have a lantern on them. Please check your coin again and post a new, separate question.Dimes minted from 1796 to 1837 had an eagle on the back.From 1837 to 1916 the reverse design was a wreath."Mercury" dimes had a fasces (Roman battle ax) and an olive branch.Roosevelt dimes have a torch, an oak leaf, and an olive branch.
Why is the olive wreath sacred?
The olive wreath is considered sacred in ancient Greek culture because the olive tree was seen as a symbol of peace, purity, and victory. People who won in various competitions, such as the Olympic Games, were crowned with olive wreaths as a sign of honor and recognition. The olive wreath was also associated with the goddess Athena, who was the patron of Athens and symbolized wisdom and victory.
