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2,100-year-old shipwreck with 122 types of Roman tableware found in Turkey

timesofindia.indiatimes.com · 2hShare

Marine archaeologists discovered an ancient shipwreck near Adrasan, Turkey, containing thousands of ceramic tableware pieces. The cargo, believed to originate from Rhosus, dates back approximately 2,100 years. Researchers have recovered various ceramic types, revealing insights into ancient tableware and packing methods. The discovery highlights the historical significance of Rhosus in tableware production during the Late Hellenistic and Early Roman periods.

First report: 2,100-year-old luxury tableware unearthed from ancient shipwreck off Türkiye — aa.com.tr, 2d