The remnants of a grape seed, dating back 3,500 years, have been discovered in a recent archaeological excavation at the Aşağıseyit Mound site in western Anatolia's Denizli. Archaeologists at the site hope the find will provide more information on the region's ancient viticulture and trade history.
For these excavations, led by associate professor Erim Konakçı from the Department of Archaeology at Izmir Democracy University, a whole team has been working diligently. Among the findings unveiled by the excavation team this year, the 3,500-year-old grape seed has garnered significant attention.
The significance of the discoveries made during the excavation was highlighted, and Konakçı noted: "We have reached layers dating back to as early as 1600 B.C. Surface surveys have already indicated that the history of this mound extends back to the late Chalcolithic period. Furthermore, we are aware of the existence of settlements during both the early and late Bronze Ages. We anticipate further exploration in the coming years to delve into these layers."
Source: dailysabah.com