The remains of a vast Roman trading settlement have been discovered by a team of archaeologists working along a future high-speed railway route in England
trading settlement have been discovered by a team of archaeologists working along a future high-speed railway route in England.
The area is believed to have developed over time and become wealthier, with new roads and stone buildings being constructed. "The site really does have the potential to transform our understanding of the Roman landscape in the region and beyond." This coin depicting Marcus Aurelius from the reign of Emperor Constantine was one of more than 300 unearthed.Glass vessels, highly decorative pottery, jewelry and evidence of cosmetics -- as the mineral galena, which was crushed and mixed with oil to create makeup -- was also discovered.
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