The statue, wearing a royal diadem, has drawn scepticism from experts, with Zahi Hawass suggesting a Roman-era origin instead. Found alongside the bust were 337 coins, oil lamps, a bronze ring ...
A horde of ancient coins dating to the Roman era was unearthed in England late last year, museum officials said. Photo from the Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum A massive trove of Roman-era ...
The aureus, the gold coin currency used in ancient Rome, was issued by Brutus and his friends a year or two after they assassinated Roman ruler Caesar in 44 BC, he said. The coin, which weighs ...