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OWL
Athene was so impressed by the great eyes and solemn appearance of the Owl
that she honoured the night bird by making him her favourite among feathered creatures.
This Owl was protected and inhabited the Acropolis in great numbers. It was believed that a magical "inner light" gave
Owl its night vision. As the symbol of Athene, the Owl was a protector, accompanying Greek armies to
war. If an Owl flew over Greek Soldiers before a battle, they took it as a sign of victory.
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Owl (Athene)
1.25" diameter
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