What did a Roman emperor smell like? Just last year, a fascinating study from Roman Spain told us that gladiators 2,000 years ago probably smelled like patchouli! New research has now delved into what the famed Julius Caesar smelt like, specifically, his ‘Telinum’ perfume. The composition of this has now been gleaned - ancient aromas such as rock rose, citrus, oud, and amber! What the Elite Wore: Scent of Champions Thanks to the efforts of the Scent Culture and Tourism Association, which champions ancient perfumes, one now knows what the elite wore as perfume to distinguish themselves from the masses. In ancient Rome, alongside rhodium, perfumes with rose, narcissus, crocus with saffron, and metopium with bitter almonds were particularly cherished. The Scent of Patchouli Perfume Filled the Air in the Roman Empire Smell Like a Viking - The Viking Odor Was Strangely Superior! Read moreSection: ArtifactsOther ArtifactsNewsHistory & ArchaeologyRead Later