From a single, broken piece of pottery, scientists can use advanced computer modeling techniques to determine the size and shape of the original vessel.

Looting of artifacts from the site at Pavlopetri is a serious problem.

All shards of pottery and other artifacts should be left in place.


Site: Archeological Museum of Neapolis Vion
Numerous finds of amphorae testify to the lively sea trade at the time of Pavlopetri.
Image Date: 2014
Photographer: Cheryl Benard