Sceptre from Roman emperor exhibited

The only Roman emperor's sceptre to have been found has gone on public display in Rome for the first time.

The sceptre, which is topped by a blue orb that represents the earth, was discovered at the end of last year and is believed to have been held by Emperor Maxentius, who ruled for six years until 312 AD.

Archaeologists believe that Maxentius' supporters hid the sceptre...to prevent it from falling into enemy hands.

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