"Mysterious 1,800-Year-Old Roman Statue Discovered in UK Parking Lot Construction"
A mysterious Roman statue depicting the marble head of an aristocratic Roman woman was unearthed at an England construction site during parking lot construction on the Burghley Estate. The statue, dating back to the first or second century, was found buried and has been cleaned and repaired for display at the estate. The origins of the priceless artifact remain a complete mystery, with theories ranging from a bungled robbery to being discarded, and it will be showcased alongside other sculptures purchased by the Ninth Earl of Burghley when the estate opens for the 2024 season.