Ancient Artefacts found in Famagusta village
Archaeological excavations of an ancient tomb in the
village of Alaniçi, Famagusta district, have unearthed one Phoenician
Wine Ampoule, two Wine Tests (Oinochoe), two bowls, one oyster shell
lamp and one Amphoroid test.
The TRNC Department of Antiquities and the Museums said that the finds, which date back 2,500 years, have been sent to the laboratory for examination.
The artefacts were part of grave goods left for the dead, according to traditions of the time. Additionally, two skeletons, laid out, side by side, were found in the tomb.
Supervising archaeologist for the Ancient Artefacts and Heritage Office Gazimagusa Branch Hasan Tekel, said that there were many Iron Age graves in and around the village.
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