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History
The Elephant in Medieval England
When Ælfric of Cerne and Eynsham was growing up, in the 960s and 70s, the world seemed to be at peace. Edgar was king and Christ was...
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Calling All Historians
The Antiquarian is looking for two editors, one for the Early Modern History and one for the Modern History section of the journal. These...
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Classics
Magical fishtery tour: salted-fish production around the Strait of Gibraltar
If you have a week or so free, how better to spend it than in pursuit of the Roman Empire’s favourite condiment: garum? Studying in the...
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The Image of Antinous: The Reimagination of an Icon
Antinous. If you have not heard his name, you might recognise his face. Of all the known portrait sculptures remaining from antiquity,...
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Excavating the Global Village: Classics’ Online Legacy
With 1,000+ likes and 119,300+ followers, there is nothing inherently ominous about the ‘Daily Updates On The Roman Empire’ 2021 memorial...
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Cabinet of Curiosity
Ireland’s Lucky Penny, from Westminster to Brussels
Obverse: 1 cent Euro coin Reverse: Harp with Éire, 2002, and 12 EU stars The tour guides of Dublin are spoilt; the city provides enough...
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Et tu Brute...?
Brutus EID MAR Denarius, RSC 15, Syd 1301, Cr502/4 43-2 BC Obverse: Head of Brutus right, BRVT IMP L PLAET CEST Reverse: Daggars around...
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