Curiosities of ancient Rome (Artifact)
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Artifacts is a collection of curiosities dedicated to objects left behind by the ancient Romans. This category features lesser-known facts and interesting information about archaeological finds, such as tools, weapons, coins, inscriptions, and everyday objects, which provide a deeper understanding of life in the Roman Empire.
Roman lady. Object found in Rome and dated back to 98-117 CE. Currently located in Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, Copenhagen (Denmark).
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Roman glass painted goblet, dated back to 1st century CE. Found in Begram (Afghanistan). The main figure is the goddes Isis and this glassware was probably imported from Alexandria. Object has 13.5 cm high and…
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Roman silvered-bronze S-shaped brooch. Dated back to II-V century CE.
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Roman silver balsamarium with partial gilding, in shape of Janus head. Dated back to 2nd-3rd century CE.
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Medusa’s head on a Roman mosaic. The object is located in a Roman villa in Bingor (southern England). The villa is known for its beautiful floor mosaics, which have survived in very good condition.
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Wonderful Roman portrait showing two young men. The picture is made of gold and glass. The object dated to the 4th century CE was found in Bologna (Italy).
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A dagger with a pair of gladiator’s greaves, made of bronze. Decorated with convex images of Jupiter (left) and Neptune (right). Pompeii from the 1st century BCE. The objects are located in the National Archaeological…
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Interesting Roman helmet with an eagle on top. The object is dated to the late II – early III century CE. These types of helmets were worn during official military parades.
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Unique Roman sculpture of eagle. Object made of bronze; dated back to I-III century CE. Located in J. Paul Getty Museum. The sculpture was complementary to the composition depicting Jupiter or the emperor. The eagle…
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Interesting Roman glass bowl. Object dated back to I BCE – I century CE.
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