Subsequent analyses revealed that the coin dates from the time of Emperor Claudius, who ruled the Roman Empire from ... Related: 7 haunting caves ancient humans used for art, burials and ...

Archaeologists in Italy have recently discovered ancient Roman tombs while excavating a necropolis, including one with a gladiator's epitaph. Coins, lamps and vases were also found.

One ancient writer describes Julia, Augustus’ only daughter, entertaining her lovers in public in the Roman forum. While Messalina, Claudius ... the other hand, the coins and works of sculpture ...