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Archaeologists lift the lid on a 1,700-year-old Roman sarcophagus hidden beneath Budapest

The sarcophagus contained a complete skeleton and 140 coins, indicating the young woman was likely of high status, archaeologists said.

  • Archaeologists have uncovered a 1,700-year-old untouched Roman sarcophagus containing a skeleton and artifacts in Budapest.
  • The sarcophagus held objects like glass vessels, bronze figures, coins, and remnants of fabric and jewelry, indicating the deceased was likely a young, wealthy woman.
  • The find is considered rare because the sarcophagus was never reused and was made specifically for the woman, with excavators hoping to find more treasures in the mud inside.
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Winnipeg Free Press broke the news in Winnipeg, Canada on Friday, November 21, 2025.
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