Divers uncover hundreds of ancient relics near shipwreck untouched for 2,100 years

• • Divers found a 2,100 year old Roman shipwreck near Mazara del Vallo, Sicily.


• • The wreck contains hundreds of intact Dressel 1A amphorae used for wine and olive oil.


• • The site includes lead anchors and cargo heaps spanning over 20 meters.

Context
The shipwreck dates to the late Roman Republic between the 2nd and 1st centuries BCE. It sits at a depth of 46 meters and represents a significant find for Mediterranean trade history.

Christian Perspective
This discovery serves as a physical reminder of the vastness of time and the transitory nature of earthly empires. While the Roman Republic was a pagan power, its structures and trade routes eventually provided the framework for the spread of the Gospel.