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Ancient Roman Shipwreck Study Reveals a 2200 Year Old Waterproofing Secret
Science
Published on 29 April 2026
Pollen and coatings tracked the ship’s travels
Scientists studying the Ilovik-Parzine 1 Roman shipwreck off Croatia say coatings and trapped pollen can reconstruct its voyage. The evidence suggests the ship was built in Italy, crossed the Adriatic, and received repairs at multiple stops along ancient trade routes. The findings also shed light on Roman waterproofing methods, offering a sharper way to trace maritime history.
- Coatings on the shipwreck exposed ancient waterproofing methods
- Trapped pollen helped pinpoint the ship’s likely origins and route
- Repairs suggest multiple stops along Adriatic trade networks
- The approach may become a new tool for studying maritime journeys
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