Italian archaeologists unveil rare 2,600-year-old tomb untouched by looters

Archaeologists recently unearthed a remarkable 2,600-year-old tomb in Italy — a rare find untouched by looters.

The discovery was announced by the Italian Ministry of Culture on June 30. In a press release, the organization said the burial mound dated back to the late 7th century B.C., during the Orientalizing period of Italian history.

The tomb is part of the Caiolo Necropolis within the San Giuliano archaeological area, some 30 miles north of Rome. The site is famous for housing other ancient burials, including the Queen’s Tomb, the Tomb of the Stag, and the Tomb of the Beds.

The newly discovered tomb has not been officially named, but authorities emphasized its significance – especially as it remained undisturbed for 2,600 years.

Its treasures included ceramic vessels still bearing paint, along

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