Archaeologists found a lead coffin within a stone coffin near Richard grave . The identity of its occupant is unknown , but there are eight prestigious contenders . Archaeologists from the University of Leicester , who have been toiling away at the site this summer , say the discovery of the double coffin is just as exciting . The confirmation this year of the discovery of Richard III 's 's remains drew global interest . The excavation site is at a parking lot in the central English city of England .
Archaeologists found a lead coffin within a stone coffin near Richard grave . The identity of its occupant is unknown , but there are eight prestigious contenders . The confirmation this year of the discovery of Richard III 's 's remains drew global interest . The excavation site is at a parking lot in the central English city of England .