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Unique silver brooch of a she-wolf nursing Romulus and Remus found in Valencia

Unique silver brooch of a she-wolf nursing Romulus and Remus found in Valencia

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A rare silver brooch dating from the 2nd century was discovered during archaeological excavations of the old Roman state building Hostalot-Idlum in the Spanish municipality of Vilanova d'Alcolea. It depicts the legendary story of a she-wolf nursing the brothers Romulus and Remus, the supposed founders of Rome. According to experts, this is an exceptional artefact of first-class quality and artful craftsmanship that is second to none.

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