The Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) recently announced an incredible find—the discovery of not one but two ancient shipwrecks off the coast of the ancient port city of Caesarea Maritima. The earlier shipwreck dates to the Roman period (c. 300 C.E.), while the other vessel comes from the Mamluk period (c. 1400 C.E.). The ships sank at the same place in Caesarea’s harbor more than a millennium apart. Within the wrecks, the IAA discovered a treasure trove of ancient artifacts, including coins, statues, pottery, and jewelry. Most remarkable of all, however, was an octagonal gold ring set with a green […]
