2,700-year-old toilet found in Jerusalem was a rare luxury

JERUSALEM – Israeli archaeologists have found a rare ancient toilet in Jerusalem dating back more than 2,700 years, when private bathrooms were a luxury in the holy city, authorities said Tuesday. The Israeli Antiquities Authority said the smooth, carved limestone toilet was found in a rectangular cabin that was part of a mansion overlooking what is now the Old City. It was designed for comfortable sitting, with a deep septic tank dug underneath. The archaeologists said there was evidence that those living there were wealthy.