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By Kathy Belge, About.com

Labrys

©Jennifer Emick, altreligion.about.com
Definition: A Labrys is a double-sided axe that the Amazons were said to use as their main weapon. Lesbians have adopted the labrys as symbol of power and independence. Many lesbians wear necklaces or earrings with a labrys symbol as a way to identify themselves to other lesbians.

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