Abstract
We discuss the connection between the description of spin using Grassmann variables and that using Polyakov's spin factor. The spin factor can be interpreted as a geometrical phase and expressed as a Wilson loop with the angular velocity of Thomas precession as gauge potential. We show that the non-covariant spin factor has a sign ambiguity, and is thus not suitable for use in path integrals.
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