Ancient Civilisations
Ancient Rome
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Ancient Artifacts
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Encyclopædia Britannica. (n.d.). ancient Rome, 3rd century bc . [image]. Britannica School. Retrieved September 2, 2025, from https://school.eb.com.au/levels/middle/assembly/view/183134
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Roman Artifacts – 10 Famous MasterpiecesThe story of the Roman Empire, which spanned hundreds of years and numerous continents, is documented through the ancient Roman artifacts left behind by its residents.
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Top 10 Artifacts from Ancient RomeThe Portland Vase is a famous example of Roman glasswork, thought to date from between 5 BCE and 25 AD.
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Roman Artifacts – A Glimpse into Ancient RomeRoman artifacts come in many different shapes and sizes. There are various ancient Roman antiques, artworks, and other artifacts to explore from this ancient and long-lasting civilization.
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The British Museum
The British Museum in London has many fascinating artefacts from Ancient Rome, especially from Roman Britain.
These objects help us understand how Romans lived, worked, and ate nearly 2,000 years ago.
Some examples include:
- Roman coins – used for trade and showing emperors' faces.
- Pottery and cooking tools – like frying pans, moratorium (grinding bowls), and cheese presses.
- Gardening tools – such as spades, hoes, and pruning hooks used to grow crops like garlic, lettuce, and cucumber.
- Writing tablets – used for messages and records.
- Statues and stonework – showing Roman gods and important people.
- Baby bottles and eating utensils – showing how families cared for children and shared meals.
These artefacts show that Roman life was both advanced and surprisingly similar to ours today.
Visiting the British Museum lets us explore how Romans shaped Britain and left behind tools, art, and ideas we still use.