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  1. Huge Roman Silver Hoard Unearthed in Augsburg, Germany

    A massive stash of Roman silver dating to the first and second centuries AD has been discovered in the Bavarian city of Augsburg in Germany. The cache, which includes 15 kg (33 pounds) of silver coins, is the largest single ancient Roman silver hoard find in Bavaria. The treasure was discovered by archaeologists digging at a planned housing site in the Oberhausen district, the oldest part of the city, prior to builders starting construction work.

    Sahir - 17/11/2021 - 17:53

  2. Opulent Tombs & Untold Wealth Revealed at Newly Found Roman Necropolis

    Archaeologists involved in a two-year-long excavation project at the site of a planned solar energy plant near Rome unearthed something astonishing and totally unexpected. While exploring under a section of the building site, the archaeologists discovered an ancient Roman necropolis that contained 67 elaborately dressed skeletons buried in 57 large and ornate tombs.

    Nathan Falde - 04/01/2024 - 13:45

  3. Roman Villa with Floor Mosaic Uncovered in Turkey’s Mosaic Hotspot

    The remains of a Roman villa have recently been unearthed in Defne district of southern Turkey’s Hatay province. The ruins consist of broken-down walls and a well-preserved floor mosaic with geometric patterns, reports the Daily Sabah.

    Sahir - 17/07/2022 - 14:45

  4. A Run Down of May’s Top Ancient News Stories

    The top breaking stories of May 2022 include: A primeval forest in a Chinese sinkhole, the first full DNA sequence of a Pompeii victim, the oldest fake eye found in Iran, another Roman penis inscription, this time with a nasty insult, and 100 Indigenous settlements found not far from that, a 7,500-year-old stump is thought to be a goddess idol, and stunning reliefs at Esna.

    ancient-origins - 01/06/2022 - 01:58

  5. Roman Brothels, the Controversial Ancient Societal Hubs

    Ancient Rome had a very vibrant and complex society, where prostitution played a major role. It was legal, licensed, and very common. In fact, brothels occupied a unique and controversial position in Rome’s society. These establishments, known as "lupanaria," were integral parts of Roman urban life, catering to the varied desires of citizens, soldiers, and travelers alike.

    Aleksa Vučković - 14/04/2024 - 22:44

  6. First Ever Roman Sarcophagus Found Amidst Diyarbakir’s Ancient Walls

    During excavations in the ancient Turkish city of Diyarbakir, archaeologists made an exciting and unprecedented discovery. While digging in an area between a surveillance tower in the city´s famous defensive walls and Saint George Church, a Roman-era sarcophagus was unearthed.

    Nathan Falde - 07/04/2024 - 22:39

  7. Classis Ravennas and the Defense of the Roman Empire

    For almost 500 years, Classe was an important Roman seaport right up until the early Middle Ages. Protected by surrounding marshes, Classe was well placed for patrolling the Adriatic Sea, but the area has since filled with silt and become landlocked which has irreparably changed the shape of the coastline. 

    John S. Richardson - 29/12/2020 - 14:01

  8. The Helmet That Shows Celtic Warriors Helped the Roman Army Conquer Briton

    In 2001, there was a very important find at an old Iron Age shrine in England. It included coins and other items from both the Iron Age and the Roman era. Among the discoveries was a remarkable 2,000-year old Roman cavalry helmet. Having been re-examined, some believe that the helmet throws an interesting new light on the nature of early relations between Britons and Rome and the development of Roman auxiliary forces.

    Ed Whelan - 07/01/2019 - 22:58

  9. Archaeologists unearth 2,000-year-old Roman Legion outpost that controlled Jewish uprisings

    Rome had its hands full in Palestine in the 1st and 2nd centuries AD with two Jewish uprisings against Roman rule. The establishment of a Roman Legion outpost in the Galilee may have prevented the 2nd century revolt from spreading to the north. That Roman camp, the only one of its kind known in the eastern Roman Empire, is now under excavation.

    Mark Miller - 09/07/2015 - 14:24

  10. Bronze Horse Head of Waldgirmes Emphasizes that Germanic Tribes and Romans Sometimes Played Nice

    Last week a rare Roman bronze horse’s head made international headlines because it gained a German farmer a pretty penny. Now the sculpture fragment is back in the limelight because archaeologists say it provides evidence that relations between Germanic tribes and Romans were not always as tense as some historians suggest. Actually, it seems life was mostly comfortable almost 2,000 years ago when the two cultures lived alongside one another at Waldgirmes.

    Alicia McDermott - 30/08/2018 - 14:04

  11. Emperor Caracalla’s Triumphal Arch Unearthed in Serbia

    A lesser-known fact about Serbia is that 17 Roman emperors were born in its territory, with Central Serbia being under Roman rule for 800 years. Evidence of this history was unearthed in December, when a triumphal arch was discovered at the archaeological site of Viminacium, an ancient Roman city located near the town of Kostolac, approximately 70 kilometers (45 miles) east of Belgrade. Dating to the third century, it is only one of a handful found in the whole of the Balkans.

    Sahir - 25/01/2024 - 13:47

  12. Volcano-blasted Herculaneum Roman Soldier Tells His Ancient Secrets

    Archaeologists in Italy are studying the remains of a Roman soldier who was thrust face-first into the sand at Herculaneum when Mount Vesuvius erupted on October 24th 79 AD. The presence of this particular Roman soldier suggests hundreds of ancient Romans fleeing the eruption of Vesuvius were only minutes away from being rescued on a boat, but they all perished.

    ashley cowie - 11/05/2021 - 22:56

  13. Metal Detectorist Finds Rare Lost Roman Lead Ingot in Wales

    A metal detectorist in Wales, Great Britain, has made an important discovery. He unearthed a large lead ingot, inscribed and dated to the time of Roman rule. This find is providing experts more evidence regarding the history of mining in Britain which was essential for the economy and society of the Roman Empire.

    Ed Whelan - 24/06/2020 - 23:01

  14. When in Sardinia, Do as the Romans Do: The Cagliari Amphitheater

    Sardinia is a beautiful Italian island renowned for its stunning views. It is also a historic island with over 7000 prehistoric archaeological sites that date from before 1000 BC and many amazing heritage sites including the Roman Amphitheatre at Cagliari. This is one of the finest surviving amphitheaters in Europe.

    Ed Whelan - 16/05/2020 - 01:50

  15. The Law that Led to Roman Honor Killings, and Other Extreme Roman Marriage Laws

    A common theme in the news today is how it is becoming increasingly common for the younger generations to snub the tradition of getting married and having children. This has led to scare stories about population shrinkage and the problem of aging populations. This phenomenon isn’t all that new, however. In 18 BC Rome’s first emperor, Augustus, tasked himself with tackling a similar problem. Especially in the upper classes of Rome, fewer and fewer people were getting married and having children.

    Robbie Mitchell - 20/05/2023 - 14:41

  16. Italica, Spain: Rome’s First Settlement In Hispania Became Incredible!

    Italica is an archaeological site located in the southern part of Spain, not far from Seville. The site dates to the Roman period and was founded by Publius Cornelius Scipio Africanus. Italica is reputed to be the first Roman settlement in Spain, and one of the republic’s first settlements outside Italy. 

    dhwty - 15/03/2021 - 13:59

  17. The Lost Legion of Carrhae: Did a Roman Legion End Up in China?

    Rome and China are two major civilizations that shaped the cultures within their sphere of influence. They are also cultures that appear to have been mostly isolated from each other. For this reason, any contact between the cultures has fascinated historians ever since Western scholars began to study China and Chinese scholars began to study the West. This includes stories like that of the lost legion of Carrhae, whose members may have ended up in Liqian, China.

    Caleb Strom - 19/11/2018 - 18:55

  18. Segóbriga: Vestiges of Roman Grandeur in Spain

    Segóbriga was a Celtic, and later Roman, city located in Castilla-La Mancha, in the central part of Spain. Today, the ancient city is an important archaeological park and one of the best-preserved in Spain’s Meseta Central.

    dhwty - 09/02/2021 - 00:40

  19. Archaeologists Find Ultra-Rare Roman-Era Wooden Statue in Britain

    In a waterlogged ditch in a field near the village of Twyford, Buckinghamshire, a team of experts working for the HS2 archaeological contractor Fusion JV were stunned but delighted to discover an exceptionally rare early Roman-era wooden statue. The Roman-era wooden statue was partially degraded but still a recognizable carved wooden statue of a male figure dressed in a tunic.

    Nathan Falde - 13/01/2022 - 21:53

  20. 1,898-year-old Roman Military Diploma Gives Citizenship Rights

    Archaeologists have found an ancient Roman military diploma dating to 123 AD in Turkey’s ancient city of Perre (modern day Adiyaman). The latest round of excavations, which have been carried out intermittently in this city since 2001, have unearthed a bronze plate with a Latin inscription that translates into a commendation and reward for military service to an individual.

    Sahir - 04/01/2022 - 18:00

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