alt Hacker NewsOf course the manhole covers aren't ancient, but they're a sign that Rome still sees itself in the tradition of the Roman Empire.
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emmelaich • today at 3:05 AM
Although .. ancient Rome did have manhole covers -- of stone. I wonder if any are left; working or not.
Or alterntively, that it's a relatively modern addition to add to it's mystique for tourism purposes. When did SPQR get added to the manhole covers and does anything else in Rome use similar signage?