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Charon's Hoard

Charon, the ferryman of the underworld, collects obols from departed souls for passage across the Styx. The ancient Greek custom demanded an obol placed on the tongue or over the eyes of the deceased to pay Charon's fare. These offerings ensured safe passage to the afterlife's realm. Charon, son of Erebus and Nyx, facilitates this journey. The humble obol, equivalent to half a scruple of silver, held immense spiritual significance. For those without payment, a haunting fate awaited—doomed to wander the Stygian shores as restless spirits. Charon's role was pivotal, bridging the worlds between life and the mysterious realms beyond.

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Uploaded on December 8, 2023
Taken on December 9, 2023