Archaeologists excavating at Drumanagh Fort, north of Dublin, Ireland, have discovered an unprecedented artifact – an intact Roman jug. Previously, only fragments of Roman vessels had been found, but never a complete vessel. The finds demonstrate the intensity of the local population’s trade relations with the Romans.
The discovery was made during this year’s excavations, which have been ongoing for five years. Previous seasons have revealed imported goods such as spelt bread, olive oil, glass, ceramics and jewellery. The discovered vessel was found upside down next to a large fragment of an amphora, which increases its archaeological significance.
The vessel has been transferred to the National Museum of Ireland, where it will undergo conservation and study of the sediments that may provide information about its contents.
