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Roman stone relief
Mars with shied and spear, and a goose
Most Roman sculpture used local stone. It was rarely moved very far unless it was transported by water. This Roman sandstone carving showing Mars is from the fort of Segontium at Caernarfon, north-west Wales. Mars was the Roman god of war. He was popular with Roman soldiers and was shown in armour with a crested helmet, often with a shield and spear. This is typical of native techniques and style.
OP6.1
Collection Area
Archaeology & Numismatics
Item Number
2002.48H
Find Information
Site Name: Segontium, Caernarfon
Collection Method: chance find
Date: 2001
Notes: Found in a modern revetment to the defences on the north-west side of the fort
Measurements
height / mm:380
width / mm:400
depth / mm:270
weight / kg:63
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