How Did a Medieval Spice Cabinet Survive 500 Years Underwater?

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Exotic saffron, black pepper, ginger, cloves, and more offer a look into how Scandinavian royalty lived.

Built in 1485, the Danish warship Gribshunden served as the flagship and mobile seat of government for King Hans of Denmark and Norway. AtlasObscura.com

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The trove of spices was found in the stern of the ship by Brendan Foley and a team of archaeologists. Brett Seymour

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