โข Gais Octavius (Augustus) was the founder of the Roman Empire and first Roman emperor. His reign began in 27 BCE, after he was granted power by the Roman Senate. In 30 BCE, his defeat of Antony and Cleopatra in the Battle of Alexandria led to the annexation of Egypt and the founding of the Roman Empire. His reign gave way to an era of imperial peace known as Pax Romana:ย a two hundred year period of sustained Roman imperialism, financial stability, regional expanse, and relative peace and order.ย
โข This miniature statue is a handcrafted recreation ofย Augustus of Prima Porta,ย which was carved in the first century CE. This beautiful figurine is made of resin, coated with a golden glaze that brings it to life. It measures seven inches at its tallest, and weighs 234 grams. It's eligible for free global shipping, and comes with a handwritten papyrus scroll.ย
