Things to notice regarding this Praeneste find from 1907 excavations:
Q – likely stands for Quaestor as on coins
The per ‘pound’ basis of each ‘denomination’ is as follows:
X – 327.4
V – 327.4
III – 327.433
II – 327.45
… – 327.44
.. – 328.5
. – 328.44
The basalt is much more resistant to corrosion than similar metal weights.
Location of Piazza in relationship to sanctuary:
View of back of cathedral from sanctuary of Fortuna, again to show relationship of find spot to sanctuary.
View the other direction. Note shadow of cathedral bell tower to orientate yourself:
Liv Mariah Yarrow 