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The Lycurgus Cup, which changes color when lit from behind, Roman Empire, 4th century AD

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The Lycurgus Cup, which changes color when lit from behind, Roman Empire, 4th century AD

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DosDude@retrolemmy.com
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That’s both amazing and beautiful! I wonder how they stumbled on this glass.
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https://www.amusingplanet.com/2016/12/lycurgus-cup-piece-of-ancient-roman.html
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I know that cup from years ago

I’m not that old though haha

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