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5 days agoRoman gold wedding ring found in Bulgaria
A 26.63-gram Roman gold wedding ring depicting a couple, dating to the late 2nd century A.D., was uncovered in Bononia (Vidin), Bulgaria.
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fromThe Art Newspaper - International art news and events
1 month agoFinal piece of Pompeii's Villa of the Mysteries to be revealed
On a map, Pompeii's Villa of the Mysteries looks like an afterthought-a small, distant square, as far away as possible from the ancient city's amphitheatre, where the action was. But the suburban villa, which dates to the second century BC, is the red-hot centre for many who make the pilgrimage here. Its room of celebrated frescoes contains some of the best-known and best-preserved examples of Ancient Roman art.
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fromwww.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
6 months ago'Top of the range' new building planned for Dagenham school after demolition
The new planning application will allow for a phased development at Trinity School, as costs for initial plans exceeded budget due to unexpected archaeological works.
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