The vessel is believed to have been a cargo ship. A number of artifacts were discovered with the ship, including pottery, bone needles, wood carvings and food items.
8th century ship found in Mediterranean Sea
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2007-01-27 14:14
An 8th century shipwreck, discovered off the coast of Dor, Israel in the Mediterranean Sea, is believed to be the only existing ship of its kind. Discovered over a decade ago, the wreck has been the subject of intensive study and carbon dating.
The vessel is believed to have been a cargo ship. A number of artifacts were discovered with the ship, including pottery, bone needles, wood carvings and food items. |
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