A 2,000-year-old marble statue of a woman was found abandoned in a garbage bag near the Greek city of Thessaloniki. The statue dates back to the Hellenistic era and will be preserved and studied by local authorities.
Key Points
Statue believed to be over 2,000 years old
Hellenistic era artifact
Accidental discovery near Thessaloniki
Part of Greece's rich ancient heritage
Pros
Preservation of ancient artifact
Contribution to understanding Hellenistic era
Cons
Statue found abandoned in a garbage bag
Potential for cultural heritage theft or vandalism