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Delving Into the Discovery of a 2,000-Year-Old Roman Perfume Bottle

Imagine stumbling upon a hidden treasure that takes you back in time, allowing you to experience the aromas and scents of an ancient civilization. Well, that’s precisely what happened when this bottle of Roman perfume dating back an astonishing 2,000 years was found during an archeological dig. When you smell the perfume from the bottle, ...

Viena Abdon

An ancient Roman perfume bottle.

Surviving the Plague: Divine Punishment or Coincidence?

The ancient Roman Empire perished from plagues. During the reign of Emperor Diocletian, the nobility lived in corruption and decadence, and they treated prisoners of war and slaves inhumanely. For example, there was a practice of killing slaves and using them as food for giant eels. It was believed that doing so would make the ...

Mikel Davis

Bust of Roman Emperor Diocletian.

Do You Know About the 20-Sided Icosahedron Dice Used in Ancient Rome?

There’s a good chance you’ve never heard of the 20-sided icosahedron dice used in ancient Rome. But don’t worry, because you’ll learn all about them! These unique dice are shrouded in mystery and fascination. So if you’re curious about ancient Rome or just love playing dice games, read on! 20-Sided icosahedron dice defined What are ...

Viena Abdon

Ruins of the Roman Citadel.

Did Ancient Romans Use Advanced Technology to Make Buildings Earthquake-Proof?

The ancient Romans undoubtedly built one of Europe’s most influential civilizations after the Greeks. Their contribution to art and architecture is immense. A recent study now posits that Romans may have used metamaterial technology when constructing important buildings to keep them safe from earthquakes. Earthquake-proof structures “Metamaterials are artificial structures comprising arrays of resonators that ...

Armin Auctor