Eugubium

/juːˈɡjuːbiəm/ noun

Definition

The Latin name for the ancient Italian city of Gubbio, particularly famous for the Eugubine Tables, ancient bronze tablets with important linguistic inscriptions.

Etymology

From Latin 'Eugubium,' the Roman name for Gubbio. The modern Italian city preserves this ancient heritage in its history and archaeological treasures.

Kelly Says

Eugubium's Eugubine Tables are one of archaeology's greatest treasures—discovered in the 15th century by farmers, these bronze plates contain the longest known text in the Umbrian language, giving us a window into pre-Roman Italy.

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