volcanic rock was the primary stone building mate-rial of ancient Rome from its initial settlement through the Early Imperial age. This article provides a geological framework for understanding the prov-enance and material characteristics of these volca-nic building stones. It offers new observations about

No doubt travertine is the stone of Rome. Colosseo and Colonnato di S. Pietro are the best known examples of monuments with a travertine outer surface. Most of the Renaissance and Baroque churches were clad in and decorated with travertine.

Explore the fascinating world of ancient Roman stone quarrying, from the chronology of extraction spanning centuries to the sophisticated techniques and tools employed by skilled laborers and slaves alike.

2021年8月3日 · An immense stone that defined the sacred city limits of ancient Rome almost 2,000 years ago has been unearthed by construction workers in the historic center of the city.

2023年11月4日 · Limestone has played an incredibly important role in the history of Ancient Rome. It is the stone that formed the basis of the city, the foundation of their empire and the backbone of their many developments. It is the reason that Rome had such an impressive legacy, and it is the reason that their many accomplishments still stand today.

2023年12月11日 · Ancient Romans were masters of stone use, as evidenced by their achievements in stone sculpture, engineering, and architecture. Ancient Roman artisans constructed massive public buildings, aqueducts, bridges, tombs, and monumental statuary using a variety of stones, from the rich marble of the Pantheon, to the white travertine of the Colosseum.

2023年3月27日 · Stones were used for everything from constructing roads and buildings to making sculptures and jewelry in ancient Rome. The most common type of stone used was marble, which was found in abundance in the Italian countryside. Other popular stones included limestone, sandstone, and granite. How did the Romans build with stone?

2021年7月19日 · Workers performing an excavation for the rerouting of a sewer system just discovered a rare stone marker that marked the city limits of ancient Rome. The discovery was made on June 17 and announced on July 16 at an unveiling at the Ara Pacis museum, near the site where the ancient slab was discovered.

This article provides a geological framework for the study of the cut-stone and concrete masonry of ancient Rome that yields important new insights into the many uses of native volcanic rock—tuffs, pozzolane, and lavas—in the development of Roman architecture.

2025年1月20日 · A Journey Through Rome’s Timeless Legacy. Discover the hidden histories, legends, and fascinating origins carved into Rome’s travertine stones. “Stone Stories” unearths the tales behind Rome’s landmarks, the enduring allure of travertine, and the ways these ancient stones continue to shape the city’s identity today.