Its rider had buried a few grave goods next to one of the horse's legs: two jugs and a small oil lamp. These items were usually associated with human graves in Roman culture.

Its intricate design, adorned with decorations made of precious metals, suggests it belonged to a high-ranking Roman cavalry officer.

Archaeologists have unearthed what could be a significant Iron Age Roman settlement, potentially including a Roman villa, following the discovery of rare cavalry swords in the Cotswolds.

2,000-year-old Roman cavalry helmet was found by metal detectorist in England in 2000. It’s now been restored and will go on museum display.

It would have been worn by a high-ranking Roman cavalry officer some 2,000 years ago, museum officials said.

A fragmented Roman helmet dating to Britain's Iron Age has been meticulously reconstructed. It goes on display at the Harborough Museum.

Researchers have discovered a strange wooden artefact at the Roman fort of Vindolanda in northern England that they believe may have been used during sex.

Ancient Roman cavalry fittings — parts of a horse bridle, a ring used to hold the reins and four discs from a harness — were also found.

2,000-year-old Roman cavalry helmet was found by metal detectorist in England in 2000. It’s now been restored and will go on museum display.

2,000-year-old Roman cavalry helmet was found by metal detectorist in England in 2000. It’s now been restored and will go on museum display.

2,000-year-old Roman cavalry helmet was found by metal detectorist in England in 2000. It’s now been restored and will go on museum display.