A bronze leg found in 1820 considered Roman loot now believed to belong to a statue of Antoninus Pius

Emperor Antoninus Pius, celebrated for his peace-driven rule and military expeditions, may have a newly discovered connection to history. A bronze leg unearthed in Scotland suggests a statue that honored him was disassembled by Roman forces prior to their withdrawal in AD 161, challenging prior beliefs of theft. This discovery sheds light on how Rome strategically managed its monuments, and further archaeological investigations could reveal more insights.