UP prof Patricia Morrell and student Gisela found an amphora base on the very first day!
UP prof Patricia Morrell and student Gisela found an amphora base on the very first day!

An exciting find the first day on the dig site was the base of a Roman amphora.  An amphora is a terracotta vessel used to transport liquids, probably wine.  The pointed base made it easier to stack.

 

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