"Unbelievable Find: 1,700-Year-Old Roman Egg Still Holds Yolk and Whites"

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"Unbelievable Find: 1,700-Year-Old Roman Egg Still Holds Yolk and Whites"
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A 1,700-year-old Roman-era egg discovered in Aylesbury, England, has been found to still contain its yolk and egg white, making it a rare and remarkable archaeological discovery. The egg, one of four found at the site, was preserved in a waterlogged pit and was scanned using micro-CT technology, revealing its intact contents. This intact egg is believed to be the only one of its kind found in Britain, shedding light on Roman-era symbolic meanings associated with eggs and offering insights into ancient practices and beliefs.

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