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Thesaurus Term/Concept: APOTROPAIC MARK
| Identifier |
170066 |
| Class |
MONUMENT TYPE |
| Status |
Preferred |
| Index? |
Yes |
| Scope Note |
A device, monogram or symbol usually carved on stone or woodwork near a building's entrance points, particularly doorways, windows and fireplaces, to protect inhabitants and visitors from witches and evil spirits. |
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