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The Roman City of Zeugma Conservation Project

Roberto Nardi of the Centro di Conservazione Archeologica, Rome, discusses fascinating work undertaken by conservators in the ancient city of Zeugma (in present-day Turkey), known for its outstanding mosaics.

Roberto Nardi of the Centro di Conservazione Archeologica, Rome discusses fascinating work undertaken by conservators in the ancient city of Zeugma (in present-day Turkey), known for its outstanding mosaics.

Recorded March 30, 2012


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