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An Egyptian archaeological expedition has uncovered a large marble head of the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius while working to reduce the subterranean water level at Aswan's Kom Ombo temple. The statue, the dimensions of which are 40 x 33 x 34 cm, dates back to 160-182 AD, according to Chief of the Aswan and Nubia Archaeological site Abdel Moniem Saied. Its features remain well-defined, particularly the curly hair, eyes, and beard. Head of the ancient Egyptian Sector at the Ministry of…
