Unlooted Roman grave found in Croatia

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This is the latest find at Roman necropolis in Vinkovci, Croatia (see post below). It probably dates to the 2nd-3rd centuries AD, like previous graves at the site.
 

Archaeologists excavating the site of the future city market in Vinkovci, eastern Croatia, uncovered an exceptionally rare intact Roman brick-built grave—only the second unlooted grave found among more than 200 excavated in the area. The burial contained the remains of a 40–45‑year‑old man, preserved well enough to allow detailed analysis. Only two small items were found with him: an iron object near the right foot and a bronze fragment on the right shoulder.

The site lies within the necropolis of ancient Cibalae, a major Roman settlement known for its strategic location, industrial activity, and its distinction as the birthplace of emperors Valentinian I and Valens. Excavations of other graves at the site have yielded typical Roman-period objects such as glass unguentaria and fibulae.

 

 

https://www.croatiaweek.com/rare-intact-roman-grave-vinkovci-cibalae-croatia/#google_vignette

 

 

 

Edited May 8 by guy