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The similarities don't stop there. The radiant crown worn by Lady Liberty features rays that are said to represent the seven continents of the world, likening her to Helios, the Greek sun god. Helios is also represented in the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, who similarly holds a torch. These shared attributes suggest a deeper connection between Lady Liberty and these ancient symbols of sun worship.