Discovery of Eerie Medieval Gravestones from Ancient Shipwreck
British archaeologists discovered eerie medieval gravestones from an ancient shipwreck in Studland Bay, off the coast of Dorset, believed to have been lying at the bottom of the English Channel for 800 years. The slabs were intended for important clergy members, and the discovery sheds light on thirteenth-century life and stonemasonry.
Key Points
- Gravestones found in Studland Bay, off the coast of Dorset, believed to be 800 years old
- Carved from Purbeck marble, intended for high-status clergy members
- Significance of shipwreck site discovered recently by Bournemouth University archaeologists
- Gravestones being desalinated and conserved for public exhibition
Pros
- Discovery sheds light on thirteenth-century life and craftsmanship
- Preservation of historic artifacts
Cons
- Need for conservation efforts to preserve the gravestones