Ancient wreck found off the coast of Sicily

In Italy, a stunning discovery has been made in the waters surrounding Sicily. According to media reports from the Apennine Peninsula, archaeologists working near the city of Trapani have managed to locate and examine the ancient wreck of a merchant vessel along with a cargo of amphorae.

The find is spectacular in that it was made at a shallow depth, just 60 metres from shore. Part of the wreck was still visible, and after conducting a cursory reconnaissance, the researchers immediately noticed a huge number of artifacts including vessels and amphorae. Samples in the form of amphora fragments were also taken, which allowed for a more precise identification of the find.

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Detailed exploration of the site will certainly allow further discoveries to be made, and perhaps also a more precise identification of the vessel and knowledge of its route and the contents of its hold. Obtaining these answers will certainly provide an excellent source of information on the historical and cultural past of the region.

According to the information provided, the wreck of the ship found dates to the declining period of the Roman Empire, and the amphorae found represent a style characteristic of those produced in North Africa.

It remains to wait for the results of the research and further work at this site. As you can see, real treasures thousands of years old are waiting for their discoverers just under the surface of the water…

^{Source: ANSA}