What a Turkish diver found underwater in 1982 became one of the most important shipwreck discoveries in Mediterranean archaeology

A Turkish sponge diver's discovery of "metal biscuits with ears" in 1982 led to the unearthing of the Uluburun wreck, a ...

In 1982, a sponge diver spotting 'metal biscuits' on the seabed uncovered a royal ship lost for 3,300 years

A Turkish diver's find in 1982 led to the discovery of the Uluburun shipwreck. This ancient vessel carried ten tons of copper, tin, and glass. It also held ivory, ostrich eggs, and a gold scarab ...