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Roman shipwreck discovered off the coast of Sicily, Italy laden with ancient jars believed to be more than 2,000 years old

Updated on: August 9, 2026 / 6:00 AM EDT / CBS/AFP

Roman shipwreck discovered off the coast of Sicily, Italy laden with ancient jars believed to be more than 2,000 years old

TL;DR

  • A 2,100-year-old Roman shipwreck was discovered off the coast of Mazara del Vallo, Sicily.
  • The wreck was found at a depth of approximately 150 feet by Italian divers.
  • It contained hundreds of ancient clay jars, known as amphorae, believed to be used for transporting wine.
  • The ship is estimated to date between the 2nd and 1st centuries BC.
  • The discovery was made after fishermen reported an anomaly on their underwater scanner.

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