Roman small figurine depicting lion
Roman small figurine depicting a lion. Made of amber, dated to the 1st BCE – 1st 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.
Unique Roman glass vessel
Unique Roman vessel made of amber glass; with engraving.
Lyon Tablet – speech of Claudius
A so-called “Lyon Tablet” is a preserved bronze plaque on which the words of the speech given by Emperor Claudius (41-54 CE) before the Senate in Rome during the year 48 CE were placed. It was a proposal to recognize Roman citizens from distant Gaul as worthy of admission to the senatorial state, after achieving an appropriate level of wealth.
Good wishes from the legionary’s camp
This is a fragment in Latin of a letter from Hostilius Flavianus to Flavius Cerialis, the IX Cohort commanding officer of Batavians stationed at a legionaries’ camp by Hadrian’s wall in about 100-105 CE. He wishes him “a fortunate and happy New Year”.
Bust of Emperor Lucius Verus
Roman bust Emperor Lucius Verus. The object was found in Thugga (Tunisia) and dates back to the 2nd century CE.
Roman fresco of young woman from Serbia
Roman fresco of a young woman from Serbia that dates back to the 4th century CE. The object comes from a pagan grave that was discovered in eastern Serbia – the city of Kostolac (ancient Viminacium).
Wonderful Roman ring
A wonderful Roman ring made of gold, amethyst and emerald. Object dated to the 3rd-4th century CE.
Made of ivory Roman foot in sandal
Made of ivory Roman foot in sandal. Object dated to the late 1st century BCE or early 1st CE.
