Valuable Archaeological Findings That Have Shaped History Over Milennia

The Mary Rose, a gem of Tudor England’s navy, sank off the Isle of Wight in 1545 after over 30 years in service. Valued at $35 million, its discovery is both a treasure and a window into King Henry VIII’s era.

Unearthed in the 1980s, the Mary Rose’s recovery was among the costliest, yet most revealing. Its artifacts, from naval arms to musical tools, offer a deep dive into the Tudor period, showcasing the era’s lifestyle and warfare.