Puteal Scribonianum, Ancient wellhead in Roman Forum, Italy
The Puteal Scribonianum stood between the Temple of Castor and Pollux and the Temple of Vesta, marked by a stone curb enclosure measuring four feet in height.
Records indicate the structure was restored by a member of the Libo family, possibly the praetor of 204 BC or the tribune of the people in 149 BC.
The structure became a central meeting point for legal proceedings and financial transactions, as it was located near the praetor's tribunal in the Roman Forum.
Ancient coins from 62 BC depict the structure with decorative elements including laurel wreaths, lyres, and tongs, offering visual evidence of its appearance.
The site earned designation as a bidental, marking it as a location struck by lightning, which required specific religious ceremonies and permanent demarcation.
Location: Rome
GPS coordinates: 41.89170,12.48570
Latest update: March 8, 2025 04:51
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