Egypt has confiscated numerous historical objects that were allegedly taken from the bottom of the ocean.

In an unfortunate turn of events, Egyptian authorities have apprehended two men who were caught in the act of stealing a vast collection of ancient artifacts from the depths of the sea. The country's interior ministry released a statement detailing the incident, which took place in Abu Qir Bay near the bustling port city of Alexandria.

According to the ministry, the men had managed to retrieve the artifacts by diving down to the ocean floor. However, their plans to smuggle the items were foiled when they were caught by authorities. When questioned, the men confessed that they intended to traffic the items for personal gain.

The ministry's statement revealed that a total of 448 objects were seized from the men, including 305 coins, 53 statues, 41 axes, 14 bronze cups, 12 spears, and three statue heads. These items, dating back to the Greek and Roman Antiquity period spanning 900 years, are of great historical and cultural significance.

Photographs released by the interior ministry display the artifacts in all their glory, despite being turned a vibrant turquoise color by layers of patina. The intricate carvings on the statues depict a variety of objects and people from the era they belong to. Some portray ancient soldiers in full battle gear, while others depict figures draped in ornate fabric.

The coins, too, are a sight to behold, featuring detailed engravings of animals such as lions, elephants, turtles, dolphins, and scorpions. Two coins even display the legendary winged horse Pegasus from Greek mythology. It is truly a shame that these precious artifacts were almost lost to the black market.

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