Rare discovery in Constanța: Archaeologists discovered an intact Roman sarcophagus with toys and flower garlandstranslated

Archaeologists of the Constanța Museum of National History and Archeology (MINAC) discovered an intact Roman sarcophagus. The grave belongs to a child and contains clay toys, flower garlands and a very well-preserved wooden coffin.

The discovery was presented on Wednesday during a press conference organized by MINAC, attended by archaeologists, researchers and representatives of the institution.

"We are facing a rare discovery," said researcher Constantin Băjenaru, who explained that the sarcophagus was identified approximately 1.5 kilometers from the ancient city of Tomis, near the Trocadero area of ​​Constanța.

A tomb discovered next to an ancient road MINAC representatives announced the archaeological discovery during a press conference. 28.10.2026. Photo credit: Facebook / Constanța National History and Archeology Museum According to specialists, the location of the sarcophagus provides important information about the extent of the Roman necropolis and the organization of the burial space outside the fortress.

"The stone sarcophagus was discovered in the immediate vicinity of an extremely important ancient road, which connected Tomis with the fortress of Histria", he explained...