Another Mysterious Roman Dodecahedron Has Been Unearthed in England

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Another Mysterious Roman Dodecahedron Has Been Unearthed in England
smithsonianmag.com
  • A Roman dodecahedron, a mysterious 12-sided metal object, was discovered in the village of Norton Disney in England.
  • The artifact is in excellent condition and is larger than many other dodecahedrons that have been found.
  • The purpose of these objects remains unclear, but theories suggest they may have been used for ritualistic or religious purposes.
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It just hasn't been proven. Its a fun hypothesis but it could be fucking anything.

They used to stuff those things full of peanut butter and dog treats then put it in the freezer for a few hours. It kept their golden retrievers busy for a while.