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aurifrisia


Identification code: 300298934




Alternative term/s

  • aurifrisum
  • aurifrygium
  • auriphrygia

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Scope note:

Borders of particularly rich embroidery or woven designs in gold thread and colored silk, often embellished with jewels or beads, used as ornamental bands on clothing, such as on royal or ecclesiastical vestments. Term refers to the Phrygians, who were noted for their skill in embroidering with gold.

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