[philman_36]

The mace can be traced back to the Egyptians too. The English were not alone in using its symbology.

This detail from two adjacent blocks found at Hermopolis shows a very different aspect of Nefertiti, within a small cabin at the stern of the ship, smiting a captive with upraised mace
Boston Museum

He is depicted swinging a mace, as he subdues his captives.
Gives you something to think about in the use of the mace in symbology doesn't it.
The Senate...the mace...

[Ligeia]

Very interesting about the Egyptians and their use of the mace. Who knew! Places to stay when visiting Virginia

The Homestead in Hot Springs

The Jefferson in Richmond

Patrick Henry Hotel in Roanoke

The Williamsburg Inn in Williamsburg

One great Bed and Breakfast source is Inn Virginia

An earlier thread: Visiting Richmond, VA