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Showing His Age
In this undated image released by France's Culture Ministry, a life-sized marble bust of Julius Cesar is seen. The bust, probably dated 46 B.C., was discovered last year after underwater searches in the Rhone River near Arles, southern France. The image of the Roman ruler's face is unusual because it reveals wrinkles and hollows in his face. |
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