The famed ancient Roman head of state Julius Caesar has been found in Europe once again, but this time not as a conqueror.
Officials in France have confirmed that a bust of the dictator found at the bottom of the River Rhone is the oldest that has been discovered yet, dating back to 46 BC.
Other artefacts discovered by divers include a 1.8 meter marble statue of the Roman god Neptune. Those on
student travel trips will be able to see the items at the Museum of Ancient Arles.
Luc Long, the archaeologist that conducted the excavations between October and September last year, told the BBC it was probably discarded after his death in 44BC.
He said: "I suspect the bust was thrown in the river after he was assassinated because it would not have been good at that time to be considered a follower of his.
"It is the only known bust of the living Caesar, except for the Mask of Turin, which was made just before or after his death."
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