Ancient Mediterranean Shipwreck Storage Jar | Terracotta Transport Vessel | Circa 10th–15th Century AD

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Ancient Late Byzantine terracotta storage vessel with visible historic repair and maritime patina
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Archaeological terracotta amphora showing ancient repair line and historical surface weathering
Byzantine trade storage vessel used for grain, wine, or oil with shipwreck-associated patina
Museum-quality Late Byzantine ceramic jar with worn surface and authentic historical presence
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  • Ancient Late Byzantine terracotta storage vessel with visible historic repair and maritime patina
  • 360-degree view of an authentic Late Byzantine terracotta storage vessel showing its olive-shaped body, worn maritime patina, and visible ancient repair across the midsection, highlighting its archaeological authenticity and historical trade significance.
  • Authentic Byzantine Aegean Sea amphora with aged surface wear and ocean-related encrustation
  • Large Eastern Mediterranean terracotta transport jar from the Late Byzantine period
  • Archaeological terracotta amphora showing ancient repair line and historical surface weathering
  • Byzantine trade storage vessel used for grain, wine, or oil with shipwreck-associated patina
  • Museum-quality Late Byzantine ceramic jar with worn surface and authentic historical presence
  • Historic terracotta amphora from the Aegean region displaying centuries-old maritime aging
  • Eastern Mediterranean Byzantine ceramic storage jar with olive-shaped body and aged finish
Ancient Late Byzantine terracotta storage vessel with visible historic repair and maritime patina
360-degree view of an authentic Late Byzantine terracotta storage vessel showing its olive-shaped body, worn maritime patina, and visible ancient repair across the midsection, highlighting its archaeological authenticity and historical trade significance.
Authentic Byzantine Aegean Sea amphora with aged surface wear and ocean-related encrustation
Large Eastern Mediterranean terracotta transport jar from the Late Byzantine period
Archaeological terracotta amphora showing ancient repair line and historical surface weathering
Byzantine trade storage vessel used for grain, wine, or oil with shipwreck-associated patina
Museum-quality Late Byzantine ceramic jar with worn surface and authentic historical presence
Historic terracotta amphora from the Aegean region displaying centuries-old maritime aging
Eastern Mediterranean Byzantine ceramic storage jar with olive-shaped body and aged finish

Ancient Mediterranean Shipwreck Storage Jar | Terracotta Transport Vessel | Circa 10th–15th Century AD

Description
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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Eastern Mediterranean, Aegean Sea
Material: Terracotta ceramic
Period: Late Byzantine Period (Circa 10th–15th Century AD) 

Description

This substantial ancient terracotta storage vessel likely served as a transport jar or utilitarian amphora within the bustling maritime trade of the Byzantine Empire, used to carry essential goods such as grain, oil, or wine across the Aegean and Mediterranean.

The rounded body shows clear evidence of long use and environmental exposure, including ocean-related patina and a central ancient repair across the midsection—an authentic testament to its working life and survival.

Its olive-shaped form, slightly contracted neck, and worn surfaces reflect the everyday material culture of the Late Byzantine period and the vital role such vessels played in household and maritime provisioning.

Features

- Large stranded / shipwreck-associated terracotta storage vessel

- Classic Late Byzantine amphora profile

- Historic central crack with visible ancient repair

- Earthy surface patina and wear consistent with long-term maritime environment

- Authentic archaeological presence

Cultural Significance

During the Byzantine era, ceramics like this vessel were the backbone of imperial trade. Amphorae carried essential commodities across the Mediterranean, facilitating commerce, cultural exchange, and naval provisioning. Recoveries from shipwreck contexts reveal the vast reach of Byzantine merchants and the everyday objects that sustained Mediterranean societies.

Condition

Condition shows expected ancient wear, stable historical repair across the midsection, and surface weathering attributed to long-term burial and possible marine exposure. The repair is structural and historic, not modern restoration. Wear and patina are consistent with age and use.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 21 in 
Width: 12 in

Age

Late Byzantine Period (circa 10th–15th century AD)

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Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: Eastern Mediterranean, Aegean Sea
Material: Terracotta ceramic
Period: Late Byzantine Period (Circa 10th–15th Century AD) 

Description

This substantial ancient terracotta storage vessel likely served as a transport jar or utilitarian amphora within the bustling maritime trade of the Byzantine Empire, used to carry essential goods such as grain, oil, or wine across the Aegean and Mediterranean.

The rounded body shows clear evidence of long use and environmental exposure, including ocean-related patina and a central ancient repair across the midsection—an authentic testament to its working life and survival.

Its olive-shaped form, slightly contracted neck, and worn surfaces reflect the everyday material culture of the Late Byzantine period and the vital role such vessels played in household and maritime provisioning.

Features

- Large stranded / shipwreck-associated terracotta storage vessel

- Classic Late Byzantine amphora profile

- Historic central crack with visible ancient repair

- Earthy surface patina and wear consistent with long-term maritime environment

- Authentic archaeological presence

Cultural Significance

During the Byzantine era, ceramics like this vessel were the backbone of imperial trade. Amphorae carried essential commodities across the Mediterranean, facilitating commerce, cultural exchange, and naval provisioning. Recoveries from shipwreck contexts reveal the vast reach of Byzantine merchants and the everyday objects that sustained Mediterranean societies.

Condition

Condition shows expected ancient wear, stable historical repair across the midsection, and surface weathering attributed to long-term burial and possible marine exposure. The repair is structural and historic, not modern restoration. Wear and patina are consistent with age and use.

Dimensions (Approximate)

Height: 21 in 
Width: 12 in

Age

Late Byzantine Period (circa 10th–15th century AD)

Learn More


Explore the Late Byzantine Period (1261–1453)

Discover our curated Shipwreck Treasures & Maritime Relics Collection

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