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By Robert Wilde, About.com Guide to European History since 2001

Early Bust of Julius Caesar Found

Saturday May 17, 2008
An early bust of Roman leader Julius Caesar has been unveiled by archaeologists after they excavated it from the bottom of the Rhone river in France. Found near Arles, which Caesar founded, the marble sculpture has been dated to c.46 BCE, making it the oldest representation we have of Caesar, and probably one of only two remaining from his lifetime. The experts believe the bust was thrown into the river, but are unsure why, suggesting it could have happened in the aftermath of his assassination, when it might not have been wise to associate yourself too closely with him. The Telegraph has the best picture I could find. Several other sculptures were also found, including a six foot Neptune.

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