New Roman mosaic discovered in Durrës (Dyrrachium) Albania, it’s nearly 2000 years old

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1. Man, those hexagonal pieces look perfectly cut! The Romans knew their stuff!

2. >It is designed in a carpet style with black and white stone tesserae, typical of the period between the 1st century BC and the 2nd century AD. Its decoration includes geometric and floral motifs, such as hexagonal patterns resembling beehives, a marble threshold with rosettes, and double shield motifs.

   >This type of mosaic is mostly found in Italy in places like Pompeii and Ostia and is rarely seen in the eastern regions of the Roman Empire. The presence of such a mosaic in Durrës indicates strong economic, cultural, and social connections with Western neighbors.

3. What happens with mosaics like this usually? Are they preserved in place or removed carefully?

4. hmmm… this looks better that my bathroom floor tiles.