Precious relics in sunken Qing vessel: E. China  

浙江宁波一清代沉船内发现大量文物 包括青花瓷

中国考古人员近日在对浙江宁波“小白礁Ⅰ号”古沉船进行水下考古发掘过程中，发现大量文物，这其中不仅有精美的青花瓷和宁波特产---梅园石，还有罕见的西班牙银币、锡盒等。

Ningbo (CNS) -- Archaeological experts recently discovered a great number of relics in a sunken Qing vessel, including delicate blue and white porcelain, the Ningbo specialty Meiyuan stones, as well as Spanish silver coins and tin boxes.

The ship "Xiaobaijiao 1" was found during a marine investigation in 2008. The mid-scale merchant ship, about the size of two badminton courts, sank during the reign of Qing Emperor Daoguang (1821-1850).

The excavation of "Xiaobaijiao 1" started on June 4, 2012.

So far more than 500 objects have been found in the vessel, and many are precious relics. Everyday work on the wreck uncovers something valuable, said team leader Lin Guocong.

The vessel is well preserved and is possible to be restored, experts say.