Category:Consular diptychs
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Articles relating to the consular diptychs, a type of diptych intended as a de-luxe commemorative object. The diptychs were generally in ivory, wood, or metal and decorated with rich relief sculpture. A consular diptych was commissioned by a consul ordinarius to mark his entry to that post, and was distributed as a commemorative reward to those who had supported his candidature or might support him in future. They were created from the 4th to the 6th century.
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