Dung Quat shipwreck to be excavatedVietNamNet Bridge – The excavation of an ancient shipwreck that was recently discovered in Dung Quat Economic Zone in the central province of Quang Ngai has been approved by the local People’s Committee. Well preserved: A ceramic antique discovered in the excavation area of the shipwreck. Previously, on July 26 and 27, workers of Hao Hung Limited Company discovered ceramic, terracotta and wooden fragments flowing in pipes while they were dredging water passages to construct the harbour in Dung Quat Sea Area. The sunken ship contains many ceramic objects like bowls and dishes, which is assumed to date back to Minh Dynasty in 16th century by specialists. The excavated objects will receive initial treatments before being transported to Quang Ngai Comprehensive Museum for preservation.

Source: VietNamNet News August 18, 2017 08:37 UTC