Mystery hidden tomb 2,000 years filled with gold jewelry in Greece

Archaeologist says this is a rare and impressive tomb.

Greek archaeologists have found an almost intact tomb at a Roman burial site on Sikinos Island, the Express reported.

The almost intact tomb of an ancient noble woman.

This is the grave of an ancient noble woman, buried with her gold jewelry. According to the inscription on the tomb, the woman named Neko .

The tomb is found in Episkopi, a rare burial site from ancient Rome that later became a church and a monastery.

Bracelets, rings, gold chains are found in the tomb. In addition, archaeologists discovered many glass and metal bottles and rags from Neko's clothes.

Local archaeologist director Dimitris Athanassoulis said: "We were unexpectedly lucky. This is Neko's grave."

Tombs are found in Episkopi, a rare burial site from Roman times.

Mr. Athanassoulis added that the tomb with this kind of identity is very rare and this is one of the most impressive tombs in the area.

Neko's tomb is still intact mainly because it lies between the basement walls of a building, Mr. Athanassoulis said.

Experts think Neko has a certain connection with the island, but it is unclear whether she was born in Sikinos.

Athanassoulis said: "We are trying to learn more about her. We have just started."