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The '''''palla''''' is the traditional mantle worn by Roman women, fastened by brooches. It was similar to the [[pallium]] that a man would wear. The shape was rectangular instead of semi-circular as with the traditional [[toga]].
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The '''''palla''''' is the traditional mantle worn by Roman women, fastened by brooches. It was similar to the [[pallium]] that a man would wear. The shape was rectangular instead of semi-circular as with the traditional [[toga]]. Women wore the ''palla'' outdoors often draped over the head but always in conjunction with a veil or cap.  
  
  
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[[Category:Roman Clothing and Equipment]]

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The palla is the traditional mantle worn by Roman women, fastened by brooches. It was similar to the pallium that a man would wear. The shape was rectangular instead of semi-circular as with the traditional toga. Women wore the palla outdoors often draped over the head but always in conjunction with a veil or cap.

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