Indeed, this fact would create the first controversies surrounding this particular ancient relic. ... "The attribution was based on the fact that the left hand holds a dikeras (a divided or double cornucopia), which was presumed to be specific only to Arsinoë (although it also appears on the coins of Cleopatra)" (University of Chicago). ... The reputation comes from her purported ability to gain the favour of both Caesar and Antony through sensually motivated actions. ... " She also asserts that the double cornucopia is a Greek symbol, which may imply Cleopatra's abil...

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