Fouilles/Angleterre. Face of a Roman goddess unearthed for the first time in 1,800 years: Finely carved stone head depicts ancient idol Brigantia A small, finely carved stone female head has been unearthed by archaeologists in South Shields. The face is said to represent Roman goddess Brigantia - who was once worshipped on the banks of the Tyne - and has been buried for more than 1,800 years. It was discovered by a volunteer on the community archaeology project WallQuest at Arbeia Roman fort in the north eastern town.
Posted on: Wed, 08 Oct 2014 21:50:26 +0000