Intact burial of Sarmatian noblewoman found in Russia

Construction of a new airport in Russia has led to the discovery of the 2,000-year-old burial of a Sarmatian noblewoman.

A stunning trove of ancient jewellery has been found in the grave of a noble warrior woman dating back to the first century AD.

The female fighter was a Sarmatian – a group of people who worshipped fire and whose prominent role in warfare was seen as an inspiration for the Amazons of Greek mythology.

And the discovery of the intact burial mound in Russia has been described as ‘priceless’ by archaeologists.

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Story: Will Stewart, The Daily Mail | Story: Institute of Archaeology RAS