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Unlooted Roman sarcophagus found in France


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An unlooted Roman sarcophagus from the second century AD has been found in Northeastern France.

 

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During the recent excavation, scientists discovered a lime sarcophagus limestone that measures 3.3 feet high, 5.4 feet long, and 2.6 feet wide, with a 1,700-pound lid held in place by iron pegs sealed with lead. The archaeologists first did X-rays on the sarcophagus then used an endoscopic camera. They found a skeleton of a woman inside, alongside a number of other objects, including a mirror.

“The skeleton occupied the entire space of the [5-foot] tank, the individual must have been around 40 years old and had a special status. Four oil lamps were found near her legs and shoulders, as well as a small mirror, an amber ring and a comb,” Balmelle added.

 


 

 

 

https://arkeonews.net/extraordinary-discovery-in-france-an-unlooted-1800-year-old-roman-sarcophagus-discovered/

 

 

 

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