guy Posted July 18, 2021 Report Share Posted July 18, 2021 (edited) presents the ancient artifact known as a "strigil," a historical tool u Quote “Turkey's Izmir Archaeology Museum recently launched a new, unique exhibition centered around the historical artifact known as a "strigil," which 2,300 years ago was a tool used for cleansing the body by scraping off dirt, perspiration and oil.“ https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/amp/strigilis-of-ancient-age-at-izmir-museum-166363 https://www.dailysabah.com/arts/ancient-hygiene-tools-of-gladiators-on-display-in-izmir/news/amp Edited January 28 by guy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caldrail Posted July 20, 2021 Report Share Posted July 20, 2021 The strigil was a common cleaning tool used by anyone with an interest in personal hygiene. Claiming it's a gladiatorial item is misleading. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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