Unveiling the Secrets: Ancient Roman Canister Reveals Intact Contents After 2000 Years

A Roman artifact, crafted 2000 years ago, was discovered near London Bridge. Found in a temple complex, it dates back to the early Roman settlement of London around 50AD. The canister, taken to the Museum of London, contained an ointment with a distinctive smell and fingerprints. Archaeologists speculate it could be an ancient cosmetic or drug. The artifact will undergo chemical analysis before being displayed.

Where was the Roman artifact discovered?

• In a ditch near a temple complex in Southwark

• Under London Bridge

• In a Roman settlement in North London

• In the River Thames

What is the estimated date of the Roman settlement where the artifact was found?

• 100AD

• 50AD

• 200AD

• 150AD

What was the believed purpose of the temple near the artifact's discovery site?

• A Roman military base

• A temple dedicated to local gods

• A market for trading goods

• A place for Roman emperors

What was found inside the canister when it was opened?

• An ointment with a distinctive smell

• Ancient coins

• A scroll with Roman writings

• Jewelry

What will happen to the contents of the canister before it is displayed?

• It will be kept sealed

• It will be auctioned to collectors

• It will be chemically analyzed

• It will be sent back to the excavation site