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Re:Another Mysterious Roman Dodecahedron Has Been Unearthed ... by nkrisc on Tuesday January 23, 2024 @04:57PM (#39110520)
I’ve seen many vases and other such vessels in the homes of rich people that are not used to store liquids, but instead sit there empty on a console table in the hallway!
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Re:Another Mysterious Roman Dodecahedron Has Been Unearthed ... by nemo on Tuesday January 23, 2024 @05:17PM (#39110736)
In that case this isn't a tool, it's a decoration. And if none of them are worn, then the decoration isn't imitating a knitting tool, since some would show wear if that were its actual use.
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