The Many Coronas of Ancient Roman Society

The laurel wreath has endured for millennia in the public imagination as one of the defining symbols of ancient Rome. And as I’m sure most of you are aware, it was more than just a fun plant-based accessory or a casual bit of headwear. Not just any Gaius, Marcus, or Lucius could wrap a bunch of laurel leaves around his head and go out to the chariot races for the day. <img alt="" src="https://miro.medium.com/v2/resize:fit:600/1*bWwqdz-kFFGkGxWbq_LFwQ.png" style="height:553px; width:600px" /> Like most aspects of fashion in ancient Rome (i.e. senatorial regalia), the various crowns and wreaths worn by her citizens were strictly regulated. And each corona had a different meaning. <a href="https://medium.com/@CalebDParker3/the-many-coronas-of-ancient-roman-society-55eb0974cddc">Website</a>