In May 2025, a significant archaeological find was made at Drumanagh, near Loughshinny, County Dublin: the first complete Roman pot discovered in Ireland. The announcement came from Fingal County Council, highlighting the discovery as evidence of direct trade connections between the Roman Empire and ancient Ireland.
Christine Baker, an archaeologist with Fingal County Council, noted the importance of the discovery. While fragments of Roman artifacts have been found previously, this is the first instance of a complete vessel. The intact pot indicates a notable connection between Ireland and Roman Britain and Europe, suggesting more profound interactions than previously understood. The discovery occurred during ongoing excavations at Drumanagh, a significant Iron Age site.
The complete pot is undergoing analysis and conservation at the National Museum of Ireland. This find is expected to provide additional insights into the trade and cultural exchanges between Ireland and the Roman world during that period.