Archaeologists unearth the largest cemetery ever discovered in Gaza and find rare lead sarcophogi
- Archaeologists in the Gaza Strip have made a significant discovery in a Roman-era cemetery, uncovering dozens of ancient graves including two lead coffins dating back 2,000 years. This is the first time lead sarcophagi have been found in Gaza, suggesting the presence of social elites. The skeletons found at the site will be sent for further analysis, indicating the importance and value of this historical find.
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Archaeologists unearth largest cemetery ever found in Gaza, with rare lead sarcophogi
Over 100 graves studied at 2,000-year-old, Roman-era site, which was discovered during construction work last year; sarcophagi with grape leaves, dolphins seen as exceptional finds
Archaeologists unearth largest cemetery ever discovered in Gaza
Palestinian workers found dozens of ancient graves, including two sarcophagi made of lead, in a Roman-era cemetery near Jabaliya, in the northern Gaza Strip. The site dates back some 2,000 years.
Archaeologists unearth rare lead sarcophagi in 2,000-year-old Roman-era cemetery in Gaza
Palestinian workers in the Gaza Strip have found dozens of ancient graves, including two sarcophagi made of lead, in a Roman-era cemetery — a site dating back...
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