2,000-year-old Roman fruit found at ancient fort in northern England

A rare relic of ancient Rome was recently discovered in the fort. northern england – Includes 2,000-year-old fruit.

In a Northumberland National Park announcement, officials said in late October that a record number of finds had been made at Fort Bremenium in High Rochester, about 53 miles northwest of Newcastle upon Tyne.

The fortress is more than 20 miles north of Hadrian’s Wall, an ancient wall designed to protect Britannia’s northern borders from the Picts.

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The park said in a statement that recent excavations “uncovered more artefacts and artifacts.” structural discovery …more than ever. ”

With the help of more than 70 volunteers and archeology students, the excavators discovered a variety of pottery imported from Rome, including some made in northern Spain that may have been used to transport olive oil.

More than 70 volunteers helped excavate pottery, munitions and jewelery associated with ancient Roman life in Northumberland. (Elaine Valack/Redsdale Archeology Group)

military itemsVotive oil lamps and lead seals were also found, including the tips of spears and lead bullets from catapults.

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Officials said they also found several brooches and “intact dolphin-like pieces” as well as small carved jewelry known as intaglio.

One of the most interesting discoveries was one that was preserved. piece of fruit —Authorities think it was Plum.

Excavations included votive oil lamps, lead seals, and spearheads from the fort’s growing collection of artifacts. (Elaine Valack/Redsdale Archeology Group)

“It’s inspiring to see so many people of all ages working to unearth our common heritage,” Chris Jones, Northumberland National Park Authority’s historic environment officer, said in a statement.

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“These discoveries help us understand how people lived in the past from the ruins they left behind, which leaves a very lasting mark on the landscape,” Jones said.

Bob Jackson, director of excavations at the Ladysdale Archaeological Group (RAG), said the artifacts were “exceptional in both quantity and quality”.

Located just north of Hadrian’s Wall, this fortress once served as one of the northernmost Roman outposts in Britain some 2,000 years ago. (Elaine Valack/Redsdale Archeology Group)

“A range of ceramics and metalwork, especially amphorae and intact broochprovides new insight into Bremenium trade, craftsmanship and daily life,” Mr Jackson said.

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“It is a privilege to work with such a dedicated team.”

The ancient Roman forts of northern England have produced fascinating historical treasures, but not just at Fort Bremenium.

The location of the Bremenium fortress near Hadrian’s Wall continues to provide insight into the defensive strongholds of the Roman Empire. (Northumberland National Park Authority)

At Vindolanda, another ancient fort, volunteers have unearthed depictions of an ancient fort. roman goddess early this spring.

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In May, volunteers at another Northumberland fort were surprised to discover two different forts. 2,000 year old shoes.