Phalera
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Phalera may refer to:
- Phalera (genus)Phalera (genus)Phalera is a genus of moths of the Notodontidae family.The scientific name is derived from the Greek phaleros and refers to the white spot on the apex of the fore wings.-Species:* Phalera acutoides Holloway, 1983....
, a genus of moths - Phalera (harness), a piece of horse harness, frequently decorated in antiquity
- Phalera (military decoration)Phalera (military decoration)A phalera was a gold, silver, or bronze sculpted disk worn on the breastplate during parades by Roman soldiers who had been awarded it as a kind of medal. Roman military units could also be awarded phalerae for distinguished conduct in action. These awards were often mounted on the staffs of the...
, a sculpted disk of precious metal worn on the breastplate as a form of medal by soldiers of the Roman Empire