Door fragments found at Amphipolis
- Written by E.Tsiliopoulos
A broken marble gate was found in the entrance casing of the third separating wall that leads to the third chamber.
After the removal of accumulated earth, three pieces of a marble door leading to the third chamber were found. They are also constructed of marble from Thasos, like most of the surfaces and features uncovered so far, and according to archeologists now show that the construct is actually a funerary monument. The broken door pieces pivoted, as pivots were found in the casing. Among the dirt removed archeologists have found copper and iron nails.
These new findings were announced today by lead archeologist at the Kasta dig, Aikaterini Peristeri, along with culture ministry secretary general Lina Mendoni. As she mentioned these new facts reinforce the view that this is a Macedonian tomb, and seem to confirm recent statements by classical arxheology professor Mihalis Tiverios that this is a unique funerary, heroic building.
Related items
-
Fin. Min. to Commission Executive VP: European solutions are needed to tackle the energy crisis
-
24 migrant boats attempted crossing to Greece in the last three days
-
Turkey raises tensions ahead of NATO Summit
-
Man beaten to death in Seaside suburb of Rafina
-
Hard Rock Int’l, GEK Terna unveil integrated resort casino project for Ellinikon
Latest from E.Tsiliopoulos
- McCABE FAMILY DONATES PHOTOGRAPHS TO CONSULATE OF GREECE IN NEW YORK
- Fin. Min. to Commission Executive VP: European solutions are needed to tackle the energy crisis
- 24 migrant boats attempted crossing to Greece in the last three days
- Turkey raises tensions ahead of NATO Summit
- Man beaten to death in Seaside suburb of Rafina