The bronze statue of Mary Dyer, a 17th-century Quaker martyr, has a face that some Bostonians might recognize. It wasn't justQuaker religious martyr Mary Dyer by Sylvia Shaw Judson that's installed outside the Massachusetts State House in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. The statue, commissioned by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and dedicated on July 9, 1959, depicts Dyer sitting on a bench and wearing Quaker clothing. But it's not just her ordinary clothing that stands out - it's the face of the statue that has sparked intrigue among locals.Some think the statue's face bears a striking resemblance to Quaker activist Anna Cox Brinton, who has deep roots in the Quaker community in Massachusetts.
Regardless of the identity of the face, the statue is a poignant reminder of Dyer's life and her legacy as a martyr for religious freedom. As a Quaker, Mary Dyer was deeply committed to peace and faced persecution for her beliefs. She was hanged in Boston in 1660, but her memory lives on through this statue. If you visit the statue, take a moment to look closely at the face and see if you agree with the locals.
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