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What objects did the statue of Athena Parthenos hold?

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The Parthenon temple in Athens, Greece, is illuminated at night, showing its iconic Doric columns and partially ruined structure atop the Acropolis. — Parthenon Night view of the Parthenon, Athens.

The colossal statue of Athena Parthenos, created by the sculptor Phidias for the Parthenon, depicted the goddess holding a Nike (the goddess of victory) in her extended right hand and a spear in her left hand. Additionally, a decorated shield and a serpent were positioned by her side.1