File:Labrys-symbol-transparent.svg

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Labrys-symbol-transparent.svg ‎(SVG file, nominally 493 × 600 pixels, file size: 718 B)

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One basic version of the labrys symbol, a stylized form of the ancient Cretan double-bladed axe sometimes used in modern times to symbolize lesbianism and/or matriarchy and/or neo-pagan goddess-worship (the common denominator being women's "strength and self-sufficiency").

For another symbol with related meaning, see Image:Woman-power emblem.svg .

SVG version of Image:Labrys-symbol.png .

Differs from Image:Labrys-symbol.svg in having a transparent background (not solid white).

Converted from the following PostScript code:

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Public domain This work has been released into the public domain by its author, AnonMoos. This applies worldwide.
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Date/TimeThumbnailDimensionsUserComment
current13:20, 23 April 2012Thumbnail for version as of 13:20, 23 April 2012493 × 600 (718 B)AnonMoosoptimize
12:07, 6 January 2008Thumbnail for version as of 12:07, 6 January 2008493 × 600 (1 KB)AnonMoosVersion of "Labrys-symbol.svg" with rect element removed
22:39, 5 January 2008No thumbnail0 × 0 (2 KB)Barba rojaThe labrys symbol. A version with transparent background of Image:Labrys-symbol.svg made by Black Wulfric. For more information look the other version.

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This file contains additional information, probably added from the digital camera or scanner used to create or digitize it. If the file has been modified from its original state, some details may not fully reflect the modified file.
Width 493
Height 600
Short title Labrys (Cretan double axe symbolizing matriarchy or lesbianism)
Image title The Labrys (a stylized version of the ancient Cretan double-headed axe). In modern use, it can symbolize lesbianism or matriarchy or goddess-worship.
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