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archaeology1 year ago

"Unearthing a Rare Roman Funerary Bed in Central London"

Archaeologists in central London have unearthed a Roman burial site containing a well-preserved wooden bed, believed to have been used in a funeral. The bed, made from high-quality oak and dismantled before burial, is the first complete example of its kind ever found in Britain. The discovery, made by the Museum of London Archaeology team, also included personal objects and skeletal remains, shedding new light on Roman funerary rituals. The site, located near Holborn Viaduct, has revealed layers of history, from Roman times to the 16th century and beyond, and is now being transformed into office space, with plans to display some of the archaeological finds.

archaeology1 year ago

"Unearthing a Rare Roman Funerary Bed in Central London"

Archaeologists excavating in central London have unearthed a Roman oak bed, believed to have been used to carry a deceased person to their grave, along with a trove of well-preserved artifacts dating back centuries. The finds, including the first complete example of a Roman funerary bed ever found in Britain, were preserved by the water-logged soil around the lost river Fleet. The site also yielded five well-preserved oak coffins, personal possessions, and evidence of various historical periods, from Roman times to the aftermath of the Great Fire of London. The discoveries were made in advance of a large office development, and the artifacts are currently undergoing conservation with plans for public display in the new buildings.