# Ancient shipwreck discoveries in Croatia

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ancient-shipwreck-discoveries-in-croatia
> Updated: 2026-10-18T16:14:17.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Archaeological discoveries of ancient shipwrecks have been reported in the Adriatic Sea near Croatian islands.

In late September, findings from a Byzantine-era shipwreck on Mljet Island were revealed. Dating to the late 7th or early 8th century, the wreck contained 600 grams of gold jewelry, coins, decorated buckles, and seals, including a gold seal with imperial attributes. The site is linked to a maritime complex featuring an ancient palace and basilicas.

In mid-October, a Hellenistic shipwreck was discovered in Gnjilna Bay near the island of Vis. Preliminary dating suggests the wreck is approximately 2,300 years old, originating from the 4th or 3rd century BCE. Recovered items include a six-meter keel section, Greek pottery such as a kantharos, and a coin from the ancient city of Pharos.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-18: Hellenistic shipwreck discovered off the coast of Vis, Croatia

Archaeologists have discovered a 2,300-year-old Hellenistic shipwreck off the Croatian island of Vis, containing Greek pottery, a Pharos coin, and a six-meter keel section.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hellenistic-shipwreck-discovered-off-the-coast-of-vis-croatia

### 2026-09-25: Byzantine shipwreck discovery on Mljet Island revealed

Archaeologists have unveiled findings from a significant 7th or 8th-century Byzantine shipwreck discovered near Mljet, Croatia, featuring gold jewelry and imperial seals.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/byzantine-shipwreck-discovery-on-mljet-island-revealed

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