Illustration
A bronze sestertius from the reign of Roman emperor Titus (79-81 CE), which depicts the Colosseum or Flavian Amphitheatre. Clearly shown are the four arched stories, statues within the arches and the large monumental fountain - the Meta Sudans - which stood outside.
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Roan, P. (2012, November 02). Bronze Sestertius with Colosseum. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/952/bronze-sestertius-with-colosseum/
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Roan, Peter. "Bronze Sestertius with Colosseum." World History Encyclopedia. Last modified November 02, 2012. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/952/bronze-sestertius-with-colosseum/.
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