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argyraspide

ancient Greek soldier

Also known as: Silver Shield

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Greek historiography

In ancient Greek civilization: Social and commercial exchanges
…known as “Silver Shields,” or argyraspides, had taken their name from the conquered Persian treasure of precious metal.
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