Strange rock uncovered during sea search turns out to be ancient battle gear
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Italian archaeologists say that they've found an Iberian-style helmet from between the 15th and 17th centuries. The helmet had been covered in concretions.
In a Facebook post translated to English, SopMare explained that the object was sitting around 16 feet deep in the Ionian Sea. Researchers from the University of Naples assisted with the search. Andrea Vacchiano is a breaking news writer for Fox News Digital and Fox Business. You can follow her on X at @andrea_vacch or send story tips to andrea.vacchiano@fox.com.
Pictures show that the infantry helmet blended in with the rocks on the sea floor. It was found covered in concretions, which are masses of mineral cement.
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