The tragic demise of Pompeii’s inhabitants during the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD has long been attributed mainly to volcanic causes such as ashfall and hot gases. However, recent research indicates this may not be the full story. Volcanologists, geologists, and anthropologists have shifted their focus to the potential impact of concurrent earthquakes. […]
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1800-year-old Ring Engraved with the Roman Goddess Minerva, Found by a Child on Mount Carmel
A remarkable archaeological find has come to light on Mount Carmel in Israel, thanks to the keen eye of 13-year-old Yair Whiteson from Haifa. During a casual hike near his home, Yair stumbled upon an ancient ring dating back approximately 1,800 years. This ring, adorned with an engraving of the Roman goddess Minerva, has sparked […]
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A Fabulous Marble Floor from a Submerged Roman Villa, Discovered and Restored in Bacoli
In Bacoli, an underwater restoration project has brought to light a fabulous marble floor that belonged to a Roman villa. This impressive discovery is located in the extensive Submerged Archaeological Park of Baiae, the largest of its kind in the world. The ongoing intervention has been carried out by CSR Restauro Beni Culturali and Naumacos […]
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A Roman Tomb Discovered in Pompeii Reveals the Existence of an Unknown Imperial Position in Northern Hispania
A brilliant military career, then a pleasant retirement in Pompeii, in the Campanian city famous for the beauty of the landscape and the views of the Gulf of Naples, which also attracted figures like Cicero and Agrippa. This is what emerges from the inscription on a tomb found during the work to create a functional […]
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Analysis Reveals how Roman Surgeons Used Medical Instruments Found in Ancient Britain
Advanced archaeological technology has brought to light the intricate design and craftsmanship of Roman surgical instruments used 2,000 years ago. Researchers utilized a CT scanner to examine six medical implements, including a bronze scalpel handle that was once employed in surgical procedures. The study was conducted at the SHArD 3D Lab at the University of […]
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The Economy of Ancient Britain Grew Surprisingly After the Roman Conquest
A recent study has revealed surprising findings about how the economy in ancient Britain grew during the Roman era. The findings, published in the prestigious journal Science Advances, challenge the traditional belief that ancient economies were incapable of increasing their efficiency in a sustained manner. The study focused on economic growth in Roman Britain, a […]
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Horti of Agrippina Portico, the Place where Caligula Received a Delegation of Alexandrian Jews, Unearthed in Rome
During stratigraphic excavation and relocation work on the fullonica found at the site for the underground passage of Piazza Pia in Rome, the remains of an interesting landscaped structure were found, which overlooked the right bank of the Tiber. It is a structure consisting of a travertine block wall, terracing the riverbank, behind which a […]
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A Unique Cinerary Urn with an Inscription and Other Objects Found in an Imperial Necropolis in Sicily
As part of the construction project for the new Palermo-Catania-Messina railway link, a significant archaeological discovery has been presented by Italferr, the company responsible for the work, revealing details of a vast Roman settlement discovered on a hill above the Dittaino River, in the Palomba-Catenanuova section on the island of Sicily. The excavation work has […]
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The Great Conspiracy: The Coordinated Attack of Barbarian Tribes on the Romans in Britain and Northern Gaul
As we know, Valentia Edenatorum is the name the Romans gave to the colony founded in 138 B.C. along the Turia River in the Spanish Levante, meaning Valor of the Edetani. However, the term valentia was commonly used in colonial foundations because it referred to military virtues, which is why it appears in other locations […]
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The Only Known Roman Brewery, Discovered in Italy
Archaeologists have discovered the only brewery from the Roman era found to date on the peninsula, famous for its winemaking tradition, in the region of Macerata. The find, which also includes kilns for pottery production and metal forges, was revealed during the 30th excavation campaign conducted by the Università di Macerata at the sites of […]