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Roman Man’s Tribute to Beloved Pet Cat and Dog Found in 1,800-Year-Old Mosaic

The 15-panel floor mosaic features birds, fish and mythological figures, while two named animals may reflect household identity, researchers said.

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Cat’s name likely hints at villa owner’s link to North Africa

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Roman man’s tribute to beloved pet cat and dog found in 1,800-year-old mosaic

Cat’s name likely hints at villa owner’s link to North Africa

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A Roman mosaic found in the ancient city of Adramytteion in Balıkesir depicts a cat named "Zümrüt" (Emerald) and a dog named "Okyanus" (Ocean). Read more here: Mosaic of a Cat Named Zümrüt and a Dog Named Okyanus in Balıkesir - Archeofili.

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