Ancient shipwreck discovered off Andros island sheds light on late classical Aegean maritime trade

Greece’s Ephorate of Underwater Antiquities has discovered an ancient shipwreck off the island of Andros, an archaeological find expected to enrich current knowledge of Aegean trade and navigation during the late classical period.

The shipwreck was located between depths of 39 and 44 metres following a tip-off from a member of the public. The site retains a large portion of its cargo, which consists of approximately 600 to 650 commercial dressel amphorae. The density and preservation of the...