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The Violet-Eyed Empress of Rome

Empress Theodora, wife of Byzantine Emperor Justinian I, reputedly had violet eyes. This rare trait, possibly a genetic mutation, made her even more captivating during her reign in the 6th century. Revered for her beauty and intelligence, Theodora rose from humble beginnings as an actress and became one of the most influential women in Byzantine history.
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