The first two foreground figures are lictors, carrying fasces (bundles of rods symbolizing Roman authority). Each lictor held a fasces, a bundle of rods that contained an axe. A legatus was entitled to twelve "lictors", who carried out punishments with fasces (bundled rods). Bordering these inscriptions are pilasters ornamented with fasces, eagles, and wreaths. An occasional variation on the fasces was the addition of a laurel wreath, symbolizing victory. Italian fascism derived its name from the fasces, which symbolises authority and/or "strength through unity". These kings were associated with the use of "fasces" and other regal insignia. Mounted on the shield are three objects&colon; a fasces; an anchor; and a dagger. Next to it lies a fasces, the symbol of Roman judicial authority. Galerius assumed the consular "fasces" in 308 with Diocletian as his colleague. The lower part of the base is decorated with fasces and wreaths. Marianne is shown leaning on a fasces, a symbol of authority. The Fasces below the shield represents the republican dignity. A Roman fasces had been considered as a design element for the pin. Its logo was a fasces on a Red Hand of Ulster.