Crossword Puzzle 12 - Italian Theme

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Across
  1. 3. Smallest independent country
  2. 5. Fictional brother who is a plumber in video games
  3. 7. Period of great artistic revival
  4. 9. Hard, salty Italian cheese
  5. 12. Island west of mainland Italy
  6. 15. Mythical founder of Rome
  7. 16. Center of ancient Roman life
  8. 17. Racing legend
Down
  1. 1. Popular Italian lager beer
  2. 2. Iconic Italian actress
  3. 4. Italian understand
  4. 5. Popular brand of Italian coffee
  5. 6. Sea bordering Italy's eastern coast
  6. 8. Well-known brand of pasta sauces
  7. 9. Creamy Italian cheese often used in baking
  8. 10. Powerful family from Florence
  9. 11. First Roman emperor
  10. 13. Renowned Italian fashion designer
  11. 14. CAESAR Famous Roman general