Ancient Roman die unearthed in first of its kind discovery during fort dig

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Archaeologists have unearthed a remarkably well-preserved die while digging at an ancient Roman site in a first-of-its-kind discovery.The small object, crafted from bone, was found at Magna Roman Fort in Northumberland.It was uncovered next to the furnaces of the praetorium bathhouse during what are known as Period 8 excavations at the fort.Dating back nearly two millennia, the die provides a tangible link to the leisure pursuits of those stationed along Hadrian's Wall.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say Sonya Galloway of The Vindolanda Trust, which manages the site, said: "Holding something so familiar, yet so ancient, really brings that human story of Magna to life."The discovery has been hailed as offering a remarkably personal glimpse into Roman daily life at the frontier garrison.Sue Mingay, the excavator who made the discovery, described herself as "over the moon" upon realising what she had found.

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She said: "When I saw it, and the shape of it, I hoped it would be a die.Ms Mingay...

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