Bigate

/ˈbaɪɡeɪt/ adjective

Definition

In ancient Roman contexts, drawn by or relating to two horses, especially describing a chariot or carriage pulled by a pair of horses.

Etymology

From Latin 'bi-' (two) and 'jugatus,' meaning yoked. Used in classical and numismatic terminology to describe two-horse chariots.

Kelly Says

Roman coins actually advertised power through imagery of how many horses pulled your chariot—bigates were impressive but trigates (three horses) were even more prestigious, creating a whole status hierarchy literally stamped on currency.

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