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Ryan Fahey

Sphinx statue 2,000-years-old with smiley face and dimples unearthed in Egypt

Archaeologists in Egypt have unearthed a Sphinx-like statue with a smiley face and dimples dating back to the Roman era 2,000 years ago.

The stunning find was made near the Dendera Temple complex in southern Egypt's Qena Governorate.

Experts say the limestone statue was made in the likeness of Emperor Claudius, who ruled Rome from 41 to 54 AD, expanding it into parts of Africa.

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