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Hermes and Boundary Markers

Hermes was represented in boundary markers called herms, connecting the god to passage and public space.

Historical context

Hermes was represented in boundary markers called herms, connecting the god to passage and public space.

Limits of the evidence

Interpretation of an individual object depends on its archaeological setting.

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