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Roman Emperors T-Shirt - Complete Guide to 21 Rulers from Julius Caesar to Romulus Augustulus | Ancient Rome History Shirt
Roman Emperors T-Shirt - Complete Guide to 21 Rulers from Julius Caesar to Romulus Augustulus | Ancient Rome History Shirt
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The Complete Visual Guide to the Roman Empire
Twenty-one emperors. Five centuries of conquest, philosophy, madness, and decline—all on one shirt.
This isn't a generic "I think about the Roman Empire" meme shirt. This is a comprehensive visual reference guide featuring every major emperor from Julius Caesar's dictatorship (49 BCE) through the fall of the Western Empire (476 CE), organized by dynasty and historical era.
What Makes This Roman History Shirt Different
Each emperor includes their years of reign, portrait from period coins or sculpture, and the historical detail that made them significant. From Augustus establishing the Pax Romana to Constantine legalizing Christianity to Romulus Augustulus—the teenage emperor who watched Rome fall—this covers the complete arc.
What You're Getting:
- 21 emperors arranged chronologically by dynasty
- Historical portraits sourced from authentic coins, busts, and sculptures
- Era headers: The Foundation, Julio-Claudians, Flavians, Good Kings, Crisis & Reform, Late Empire
- Iconic imagery: The Colosseum, Pompeii's destruction, SPQR laurel wreath
- Latin header: "Sic Transit Gloria Mundi" (Thus Passes the Glory of the World)
Ancient Rome Educational Apparel for Actual History Nerds
History professors who want something smarter than what their students wear. Latin teachers. People who actually read Meditations. Anyone who knows the difference between the Tetrarchy and the Triumvirate.
You get the philosophers (Marcus Aurelius), the builders (Hadrian), the madmen (Caligula), and everyone in between.
Premium Quality, Built to Last
Premium cotton, comfortable weight, designed to last longer than the empire did. Available in black, slate gray, and royal blue. True to size. Print quality is crisp. Historical accuracy is verified.
Size Guide
| Inch | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL |
| Length | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 | 35 |
| Shoulder | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 |
| Bust | 36 | 40 | 44 | 48 | 52 | 56 | 60 | 64 |
| Sleeve | 9 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 11 |
| Centimeter | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | 5XL |
| Length | 71 | 74 | 76 | 79 | 82 | 84 | 87 | 89 |
| Shoulder | 43 | 45 | 48 | 51 | 53 | 56 | 58 | 61 |
| Bust | 92 | 102 | 112 | 122 | 132 | 142 | 152 | 162 |
| Sleeve | 22 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 26 | 27 |
This size guide shows product measurements taken when products are laid flat. Actual product measurements may vary by up to 3cm.
Getting this shirt was a no-brainer! I especially love how each emperor has their own portrait, plus a tagline, which stand out really well against the shirt color - I chose blue. I make sure people can see the shirt when I wear it to start conversations. Soft & sturdy shirt.
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