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The Clue

Figure on an ancient Egyptian headband (3 letter answer)

The Answer

ASP

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Notes

The answer ASP is very common and appears about once every 45 puzzles.

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Definition

ASP as a noun:

1. (asp, asp viper, Vipera aspis) = of southern Europe; similar to but smaller than the adder
2. (asp, Egyptian cobra, Naja haje) = cobra used by the Pharaohs as a symbol of their power over life and death