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The design on this button was inspired by the image found
on one of the finest ancient carvings in the world. The carvings
of the three lions, found in the modern state of Uttar Pradesh,
are credited to Asoka, the last emperor of the Mauryan dynasty
of India who reigned in the 3rd century BC.
Originally a great military leader, Asoka revoked violence
and changed his way of life. Adopting Buddhism, he became
a man of the people and provided hospitals, Monuments, and
roads that were safe to travel on. He also ordered pillars
to be carved with inscriptions of his interpretations of religious
doctrine. The three lions later became India's national symbol
which is placed centrally on the Indian flag.
The
Three Lions of Asoka button is offered in hand burnished silver,
antique silver and gilt finishes.
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