What started as a routine yard cleanup turned into an extraordinary archaeological discovery when a New Orleans couple unearthed a marble slab bearing an ancient Roman inscription.
Experts have confirmed that the slab is a tombstone dating to the 2nd century, sparking an international effort to return it to Italy, as well as raising questions about its journey to Louisiana.
In an interview with 11 Alive, Tulane classical studies professor Dr. Susann Lusnia said: “[The discovery caused that] shiver in your spine, and it’s just kind of like, “Oh my God this is, this is an actual Roman thing.”…