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Augustus uses Caesar’s deification to cement his rise to power

After Julius Caesar’s death the Roman Senate declared him a god, a decision that transformed the political landscape. This ...
Forbes

Take A Look At The New Renovations Of The Mausoleum Of Augustus Caesar

Although it has sat unnoticed, unloved and rather overgrown for several decades, the famed Mausoleum of Augustus in Rome is getting a much needed facelift. Professional Rome guide Agnes Crawford ...
Smithsonian Magazine

Visitors to Emperor Augustus’ Home Can Now See the Same Frescos He Did

Visitors to the home of Augustus Caesar in Rome can now see restored frescos that were never before displayed to the public, reports the AFP. To protect the fragile artwork, the rooms will only be ...
Daily Mail

Ancient marble head discovered under Italian town's 2,000-year-old city walls is identified as Rome's first emperor Augustus by his big ears and unusual 'swallow-tail' hairstyle

Archaeologists in central Italy have uncovered a marble head of Augustus Caesar, the first emperor of the Roman empire. The sculpture, which has lost its body and nose was discovered while renovating ...
Daily Mail

Maximus price! Roman gold coin minted during reign of Emperor Augustus sells at auction for £480,000

A unique gold coin struck 2,000 years ago during the reign of Roman Empire founder Augustus Caesar has sold for a £480,000. The gold coin - called an aureus - was made between 27BC and 18BC and ...