A magnificent tomb of a child buried in the beginning of our era is found in France

During the expansion of the airport near the city of Clermont-Ferrand, archaeologists from the National Institute for Preventive Archaeological Research (Inrap), France, found an interesting burial of an infant who died in the early AD. The child was buried in a luxurious coffin 80 cm long. Unfortunately, the wood from which it was made has not been preserved, but scientists have come across a large number of metal nails from it and a decorative metal plate.

Thasi is reported by Inrap.

In addition, archaeologists found many funerary objects: 20 earthenware vessels, probably with ritual food for the deceased. This is a tradition typical of the Gallo-Roman period, in which the infant was buried. The child died around 30 AD, and was about a year old at the time of his death.

In addition, a large number of animal remains were found at the burial site, such as half a pig carcass and several headless chickens. There were also miniature vases and two glass vials, possibly containing cosmetics or medicine.

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The personal belongings in the grave testified to the child's wealthy and noble background. This is also evidenced by a copper fibula, a decorative clasp for clothing. Also found near the coffin was a round iron object about 30 centimeters in diameter with a curved rod, which was probably a primitive toy. The end of the toy was between the paws of a puppy buried in the child's feet outside the coffin. Around his neck was a luxurious collar decorated with 15 bronze appliqués and a bell. An interesting discovery was the baby tooth of an older child, which may have belonged to a brother or sister of the deceased infant.

The Gallo-Romans tended to bury young children near the family home, without much honor. The burial found by archaeologists indicates that the child belonged to the elite of society.

As a reminder, archaeologists excavating in the Southwark area of south London have discovered a unique mausoleum from Roman times with well-preserved walls and floor.

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