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Matera has been in existence since the primeval times which dates back to the 2nd century. A school of thought claims that Ancient Greeks founded the structure; this claim holds water because the Matera’s old coat of arms shows an ox and wheatears. Ancient Greek coins had ox and wheatears. Till date, the new coat of arms of the Matera still bears a picture of the ox and three wheat ears. Click the next ARROW to see the next photo!
