The Mary Rose's Well-Preserved Kitchenware - Apparently.
The Mary Rose, a 16th-century warship that sank in 1545, yielded a surprising treasure during its excavation in the 1980s. Among the thousands of artifacts recovered was a set of well-preserved kitchenware, including ceramic plates, jugs, and a wine jug. The kitchenware was remarkably intact due to the ship's rapid sinking, which prevented oxygen from reaching the fragile items. The discovery provided a unique glimpse into the lives of sailors on board during the Tudor era.