Archaeologists recovered a trove of Chinese ceramics and European goods from an 18th century shipwreck that was recently discovered off the coast of Norway.

The Norwegian Maritime Museum reported that among the items found in the wreckage of an unnamed sailing vessel were 'tightly stacked blue and white porcelain bowls?, as well as textiles, grains, and parts?of chandeliers.

The museum reported that the ship was found at a depth 600 meters (2,000 feet) in the Skagerrak Strait, off the southern coast of Norway.

Andreas Bjelland Eriksen said, "This discovery is not only extraordinary but also has considerable scientific value and demonstrates a significant technological advance in 'underwater archaeology'."

The Maritime Museum reported that the vessel's origin and destination are unknown. However, work is being done to?learn?more about?the wreckage and?its cargo. The Norwegian Crown is worth $1. (Reporting and editing by Kevin Liffey).

(source: Reuters)