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Oldest Caesar Bust Found in France

Treasure at bottom of river in Arles

By Peter Fearon,  Newser Staff

Posted May 14, 2008 6:05 AM CDT

(Newser) – The oldest bust of Julius Caesar ever found is among an ancient treasure trove discovered at the bottom of the Rhone river near the southern French town of Arles, which was founded by Caesar in 46 BC. The life-size marble bust depicts Caesar as a balding man with wrinkles, reports the Australian. A statue of Neptune was also recovered among the stunning collection of artifacts. Scientists are trying to determine how they ended up in the river.

French Culture minister Christine Albanel. She says the discoveries in the River Rhone at Arles are unique in Europe.
French Culture minister Christine Albanel. She says the discoveries in the River Rhone at Arles are unique in Europe.   (Getty Images)
A marble bust of Julius Caesar dated 46 BC discovered in the Rhone River near Arles, southern France.
A marble bust of Julius Caesar dated 46 BC discovered in the Rhone River near Arles, southern France.   (AP Photo)
A narrow, winding street in the old city of Arles, France. Founded by the Romans, a historic bust of Julius Caesar has been found in the River Rhone in the city.
A narrow, winding street in the old city of Arles, France. Founded by the Romans, a historic bust of Julius Caesar has been found in the River Rhone in the city.   (AP Photo)
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