Marble shipwreck cargo found by Israeli swimmer

SERENDIPITIOUS SCULPTURE SIGHTING: Ancient Roman-era marble cargo shipwreck found by Israeli beachgoer. The cargo shipment of marble items had been known to the Israel Antiquities Authority for years, but because it was covered in sand, its exact location was unknown (Jerusalem Post).

The story is also covered by JNS with additional photos: Swimmer finds 1,800-year-old marble artifacts near Netanya. The Roman-era ship sank in a storm along with architectural elements likely intended for a temple or theater.

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