Interesting balsamarium
Interesting appearance of the Roman vessel for storing lotions (balsamarium). The bronze object dates back to the 2nd century CE.
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Curiosities of ancient Rome (Artifact)
The world of ancient Romans abounded in a number of amazing curiosities and information. The source of knowledge about the life of the Romans are mainly works left to us by ancient writers or discoveries. The Romans left behind a lot of strange information and facts that are sometimes hard to believe.
Beautiful ceramic dishes from New Forest
Beautiful earthenware from the New Forest (southern England) now in The Salisbury Museum, in Salisbury, southern England. New Forest has been England’s National Park since 2005; in ancient times, ceramics were mass-produced there.
Gold coin of Maxentius
Gold coin of Maxentius from the reign of 306-312 CE. Maxentius, who was Maximian’s son, was not included in the tetrarchy system. He was given power by the praetorians.
Golden bust of Marcus Aurelius
A golden bust of Marcus Aurelius, made from one piece of gold. Object dated to the middle of the 2nd century CE.
Unique cameo showing Septimius Severus and his wife
Roman cameo depicting the busts of Emperor Septimius Severus and Julia Domna. The object is made of sardonyx and gold and dates back to the beginning of the 3rd century CE.
Completely made of gold Roman ring
Completely made of the gold Roman ring. Dated to the 3rd century CE.
Late Roman gemstone ring
Late Roman gemstone ring. Dated to the 4th century CE; weighs about 5 grams.
Discovery of bust of Lucius Caesar
The bust of Lucius Caesar (grandson of Octavian Augustus), which is housed in the Archaeological Museum in Cuenca (central Spain). The object was found during excavations in the forum of the ancient city of Ercavica.
