Curiosities of ancient Rome
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Only Roman helmet found in Georgia
The only Roman helmet found in Georgia. The object made of bronze was discovered in the village Kvemo Kedi; probably dated to the 1st century CE. The Romans had strong influence in the areas of the Caucasus. The Georgian elites ... Read more
Roman fresco showing game of players
Roman fresco showing game of players in a tavern on the Via di Mercurio in Pompeii.
Roman cavalry parade face mask
Roman cavalry parade face mask from a helmet. Dated back to II century CE.
Roman bust hammered in gold of Licinius
Roman bust hammered in gold leaf, showing emperor Licinius. Object dated back to III-IV century CE.
Silchester eagle
The Silchester eagle is a Roman bronze casting dating from the first or second century CE, uncovered in 1866 at Calleva Atrebatum in Silchester, Hampshire, England. The eagle at the time of discovery was already damaged, without wings. It measures ... Read more
Skeleton with ring
Roman remains with ring still on the finger. The deceased person was one of the many victims who died as a result of the Vesuvius eruption in 79 CE. The find was discovered in Herculaneum.
Temple of Hercules Victor in Rome
Temple of Hercules Victor is a Roman temple in the Forum Boarium, close to the Tiber in Rome. Forum Boarium, near the Tiber. In the past, the object was often mistaken with the Temple of Vesta. Ultimately, thanks to the ... Read more
Mouth of truth – Roman medallion
The “Mouth of Truth” is a Roman marble medallion showing the image of a Roman bearded deity with an open mouth. The object has a diameter of about 1.75 meters and weighs 1.3 t. The object is believed to have ... Read more
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