1,600-year-old Roman sculpture of a 'protective spirit' found at Vindolanda Fort
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1,600-year-old Roman sculpture of a 'protective spirit' found at Vindolanda Fort

2 hours ago · Originally published 12 Jul 2026 9/10 Original headline: 'Who on Earth am I looking at' - 'genius' found at Hadrian's Wall
Archaeologists at Vindolanda Fort near Hexham have uncovered a rare sandstone relief of a Roman 'genius' hidden beneath a fourth-century barrack floor. The carving, which depicts a spirit of prosperity, provides a tangible link to the religious practices of those stationed along Hadrian's Wall.
Source: Chronicle Live Northumberland
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