Ancient statue found in garbage bag near Thessaloniki
She was lying in a garbage bag, and nothing indicated she was an invaluable relic. A marble statue of a woman, which may date back to the Hellenistic era, was discovered near Thessaloniki. The find has been sent for archaeological research.
Near Thessaloniki, in the town of Nei Epiwates, a resident stumbled upon an extraordinary find. Next to a dumpster, they found a headless marble statue of a woman, potentially over two thousand years old. The discovery was reported by the Greek police, and the find has been handed over for further archaeological research.
Statue from the Hellenistic era
According to preliminary expert findings, the statue dates back to the Hellenistic era, which spans the period between 323 B.C. and 30 B.C. The object is 79 centimetres tall and was found in a garbage bag. After the research is completed, the statue will be placed under the care of the local authority responsible for relics.
The police are conducting an investigation to determine who could have discarded such a valuable artefact. Accidental archaeological discoveries are frequent in Greece, especially during construction work.
Other archaeological finds in Greece
In December in Athens, during the installation of gas pipes, a Roman-era statue of Hermes was discovered. This find was located in a brick recess near the Acropolis. During the metro construction in Thessaloniki, opened in the fall, ancient artefacts were also uncovered, which can now be seen at the stations.
These discoveries show how rich Greece is in relics, and each new find contributes to a better understanding of the region's history.
