Curiosities of ancient Rome

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The world of the ancient Romans was rich in extraordinary, and sometimes even surprising, facts. We draw our knowledge of Roman daily life, customs, and mentality primarily from works left by ancient writers and historians. It is thanks to them that we discover information that is astonishing today – sometimes even hard to believe. Below are some interesting facts that reveal a lesser-known and less obvious side of the Roman world.

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Fantastically preserved item of Roman legionary

A fantastically preserved item of clothing of a Roman legionary. This item was attached to a black glass necklace. The object is dated to the 1st century CE.Więcej

Roman ring belonging to child

Roman ring belonging to a child found at Philiphaugh, southern Scotland; there is carved into the stone representation of Ceres, the goddess of agriculture, grain and fertility. The object is in the collection of the…Więcej

Roman gate near Fort Housesteads

Remains of the Roman Gate near Fort Housesteads (North of England), near Hadrian’s Wall. This is called Milecastle 37. Auxiliary troops stationed in the aforementioned stone fort. The facility was built in 124 CE. Roman…Więcej

Quintilian – outstanding educator and rhetorician

Marcus Fabius Quintilianus (approx. 35 – approx. 96 CE) became famous for his work “Institutes of Oratory”, on which many a humanist grew up. Quintilian taught the rhetoric for which he became famous in the…Więcej

Roman bust of Marcus Agrippa

Roman bust of Marcus Agrippa. The object was found in Capri, Italy. Dated between 40-20 BCE. An outstanding politician and military commander. Son-in-law, minister and friend of Emperor Augustus. He was a contemporary of Octavian…Więcej

Scenery from movie “Cleopatra”

The film “Cleopatra”, shot in 1963 by Joseph Mankiewicz, is the most profitable film about the Queen of Egypt. The film was shot in practice for three years and the budget was as high as…Więcej

Richly decorated Roman cup

Richly decorated Roman cup made of silver. The object was found in what is now the Netherlands and dates back to the 1st century BCE.Więcej

Head of Roman woman from times of Antonine dynasty

Marble head of a Roman woman from the times of Antonine dynasty (96-192 CE), with a feminine hairstyle typical of that period (hair gathered and arranged in a decorative manner on the back) It is…Więcej

Roman jewelry box

Roman jewelry box. The object is located in the Musée d’Archéologie National Paris.Więcej

Bust of high-ranking Roman for purchase

A bust of a high-ranking Roman, Nubian origin, modelled on the ancient style. These types of products can be purchased for a lot of money at The Ancient Home.Więcej

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