An ancient Roman toilet bowl discovered at in Serbia was revealed to contain the remains of intestinal parasites, according to a new study. Photo from the journal Sustainability Archaeologists ...

Palm-sized stone discs thought to be gaming pieces from the Roman Empire were probably in fact used as toilet paper, scholars say. The ancient artifacts have been kept at the Fishbourne Roman Palace ...

Ancient Roman archaeological sites are littered with ceramic pots, and it can be challenging to definitively determine the purpose of any given pot—for instance, if it was used for storage or as a ...

The silver spoon was used to scoop out cosmetics and medications. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. A Roman-era silver "toilet ...

What did people use instead of toilet paper? Seashells, tapestries, wooden sticks and more. Mom was taking pictures of ...

In the 1st Century AD, it was a place where Rome's emperor entertained guests in a majestic dining room, as sculptures paid homage to figures from ancient myth. Now, the Nymphaeum of Emperor Claudius ...

A metal detectorist in Wales unearthed an unusual ancient Roman treasure — a “toilet spoon” — that served several purposes, according to archaeologists. Valentinas Avdejevas was using a metal detector ...

Though the ancient Romans may be more well-known for things like military prowess and leafy hats, they have also been lauded for being awesome at toilets. The book 100 Ideas That Changed the World ...