Road Builders Unearth 17th Century Antiques In Quang Ngai

While expanding the Le Trung Dinh road in the central city of Quang Ngai, construction workers have discovered many ceramic items dated back to the 17th century in a hole 70 cm deep.

Ceramic items dated back to the 17th century found at Quang Ngai This 2 m long, 1 m wide hole contains 28 ancient jars. It is located near the gate of the ancient Quang Ngai citadel

Archaeologists examine the cermaics found during the road construction Based on the patterns and enamels, doctor of history Doan Ngoc Khoi, an official from Quang Ngai Province Museum, said the ceramic items belong to Quang Duc, a famous ceramic-making village in the 17th century.

Local police have sent guards to the site to protect the antiques. Quang Ngai Museum also asked the local authorities' permission to excavate this site.

Source: VietNamNet Bridge