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‘Unprecedented’ artifacts found in excavations in southern Turkey
‘Unprecedented’ artifacts found in excavations in southern Turkey
Dozens of historical artifacts have been found during an excavation in ancient cities Myra and Andriake. Click through for the story in photos...
Prof. Nevzat Çelik, who heads the excavation team, told Demirören News Agency on Aug. 22 that the past two months in the archaelogical efforts which started nine yours ago have been bountiful. (Photo: Funky Stock - Paul Williams / Alamy Stock Photo)
Çelik said that some of the glass, ceramic and metal artifacts, as well as coins, are “unprecedented” for excavations in the history-rich Anatolia. (Photo: funkyfood London - Paul Williams / Alamy Stock Photo)
“For instance, we have unearthed a cult tray from the late 4th century, the Byzantine era," he said.
"We found several valuable objects in a tomb at the necropolis, including a golden necklace with unique stones on it. Four racing quadrigas can be seen on one stone,” Çelik added.
The excavation will continue for three more months this season.
Credit: Demirören News Agency
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