‘Lexden Lady,’ wealthy Roman woman buried in lead coffin, goes on display in UK
The 'Lexden Lady,' a wealthy Roman woman, has been put on display in the UK after being buried in a lead coffin. Her burial is believed to have occurred during the late Roman period, specifically between the late 3rd century and early 5th century CE. The lead coffin was discovered by the Colchester Archaeological Trust in 2023.
- ▪The 'Lexden Lady' was buried in a lead coffin.
- ▪Her burial likely took place during the late Roman period.
- ▪The coffin was discovered by the Colchester Archaeological Trust in 2023.
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‘Lexden Lady,’ wealthy Roman woman buried in lead coffin, goes on display in UKHer exact burial date is unclear, according to the Trust’s statement, but it was likely during the late Roman period - lasting from approximately the late 3rd century to early 5th century CE.Follow us on GoogleLead coffin discovered by Colchester Archaeological Trust in 2023.(photo credit: Screenshot/Facebook/Colchester Archaeological Trust)
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