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5 Major Ancient Egyptian Discoveries in 2024: Rare Artefacts, Rituals, Ancient Medical Insights, and More
Throughout 2024, Egypt's archaeological sites revealed groundbreaking discoveries, including the first known astronomical observatory, evidence of hallucinogenic rituals, and ancient medical practices. Highlights include the intact tomb of Idi, a governor’s daughter, gold tongues believed to aid afterlife communication, and a 4,500-year-old skull...
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Genetic Analysis Reveals Family Sacrifices in 1,500-Year-Old Moche Tomb in Peru
A genetic study of a 1,500-year-old Moche tomb in Peru has revealed a unique sacrificial ritual involving family members. Two teenagers, one a boy sacrificed to his father and a girl to her aunt, were found buried alongside high-status individuals in a tomb at the Huaca Cao Viejo temple. This discovery, reported in PNAS, challenges previous assumpt...
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New Magnetic Survey Unveils Hidden Structures in Ancient Assyrian Capital of Khorsabad
A recent magnetic survey of the ancient Assyrian capital of Khorsabad has revealed several hidden structures, including a villa with 127 rooms, royal gardens, and a water gate. These findings, which were made without excavation, challenge previous assumptions that the city, founded by Sargon II, was incomplete and largely abandoned. The survey was ...
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Ancient Bronze Statues Unearthed from Etruscan Healing Spring in Italy
Bronze statues, including snake sculptures and a child priest holding a divination ball, have been unearthed at a sacred hot spring in San Casciano dei Bagni, Italy. Dating back to the Etruscan era and later used by Romans, the site was a place for votive offerings tied to healing rituals. The excavation also revealed preserved organic remains, suc...
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16th-Century Spanish Cannons Found in Arizona, Could Be US’s Oldest Firearms
Archaeologists have discovered two cannons dating back to 1541 in Arizona. The firearms, believed to be the oldest found in the US, were left behind by Spanish forces after a battle against Native Americans. The cannons, part of Francisco Vázquez de Coronado’s expedition, were likely abandoned following resistance from Indigenous groups. Experts...
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1,800-Year-Old Silver Amulet Found in Germany, Challenges Early Christian History
An 1,800-year-old silver amulet discovered in a German grave is the earliest known evidence of Christianity north of the Alps. The amulet features a Latin inscription invoking Saint Titus and Jesus Christ, shedding light on the spread of Christianity beyond its early centres. Researchers believe this discovery may shift the timeline of Christianisa...
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A Lost Waltz, Hidden Picasso And Statue Of Hermes: Top Discoveries Of 2024
The year 2024 saw extraordinary archaeological and art discoveries, from ancient cave paintings and statues to forgotten masterpieces by Chopin, Picasso, and Dali
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5,700-Year-Old House Fire in Ukraine Reveals Mysterious Cucuteni-Trypillia Remains
Archaeological findings in Kosenivka, Ukraine, reveal the burned remains of seven individuals from the Cucuteni-Trypillia societies, dated to approximately 5,700 years ago. The victims, including children and adults, showed signs of violent head trauma, suggesting possible intergroup conflict. One skull fragment placed atop the burial a century lat...
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Rare Cave Pearls with Ancient Pottery Discovered in Jerusalem’s Joweizeh Tunnel
A remarkable discovery in Jerusalem's Joweizeh Spring Tunnel has revealed 50 cave pearls, including 14 embedded with ancient pottery fragments and plaster. The artefacts span historical periods, from the Iron Age to the Byzantine era. This unique find showcases the interplay of human activity and natural mineral formation, shedding light on ancient...
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New Study Confirms Nebra Sky Disc’s Ancient Origins and Advanced Craftsmanship
The Nebra Sky Disc, unearthed in 1999 and dated to 3,800 years ago, has been verified as an authentic Bronze Age artefact by a new study published in Scientific Reports. Using metallurgical analysis, researchers demonstrated the disc's creation involved over ten cycles of heating and hammering at 700°C. The copper used originated from Austrian min...
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Marble Bust Found in Egypt Sparks Debate Over Cleopatra VII’s Depiction
A marble bust discovered beneath a temple wall at Taposiris Magna in Egypt is believed by archaeologist Kathleen Martinez to represent Cleopatra VII. The statue, wearing a royal diadem, has drawn scepticism from experts, with Zahi Hawass suggesting a Roman-era origin instead. Found alongside the bust were 337 coins, oil lamps, a bronze ring, and ot...
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37,000-Year-Old Ritual Gathering Space Discovered in Israel’s Manot Cave
Researchers have uncovered a 37,000-year-old chamber in Israel's Manot Cave, believed to have hosted ritual gatherings. The space features a carved boulder and deer antler linked to spiritual practices during the Aurignacian period. Natural acoustics and ash traces suggest torch-lit ceremonies involving up to 100 participants. Radiometric dating co...
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15 Stone Age Skulls Found in Italy’s Neolithic Village, Unveiling Ancient Rituals
A recent discovery of 15 Neolithic skulls in the Masseria Candelaro site in Italy offers new insights into ancient rituals. The skulls, dating back to 5618-5335 B.C., suggest they were part of a unique ancestor practice. Found inside a structure, the skulls show no signs of violence, hinting that they were handled over generations in symbolic ritua...
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Study Suggests Iberian Slate Plaques May Have Served as Non-Verbal Genealogical Records
A study published in the European Journal of Archaeology proposes that slate plaques from the Late Neolithic and Copper Age Iberian Peninsula (3200–2200 BC) served as non-verbal genealogical records. The plaques, found in tombs across Portugal and Spain, were engraved with intricate geometric patterns and may have indicated clan affiliations and ...
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Gold and Silver Jewellery Found in 1,600-Year-Old Aristocratic Burials in Crimea
Archaeologists have excavated ancient aristocratic burials in Crimea's Almalyk-dere necropolis, dating back 1,600 years. The discoveries include gold and silver jewellery such as earrings, fibulas, belts, and gold foil appliqués. The findings, tied to a Christian Gothic principality, suggest the burials were for elite women. Additionally, a cosmet...
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5 Major Ancient Egyptian Discoveries in 2024: Rare Artefacts, Rituals, Ancient Medical Insights, and More
Throughout 2024, Egypt's archaeological sites revealed groundbreaking discoveries, including the first known astronomical observatory, evidence of hallucinogenic rituals, and ancient medical practices. Highlights include the intact tomb of Idi, a governor’s daughter, gold tongues believed to aid afterlife communication, and a 4,500-year-old skull...
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Genetic Analysis Reveals Family Sacrifices in 1,500-Year-Old Moche Tomb in Peru
A genetic study of a 1,500-year-old Moche tomb in Peru has revealed a unique sacrificial ritual involving family members. Two teenagers, one a boy sacrificed to his father and a girl to her aunt, were found buried alongside high-status individuals in a tomb at the Huaca Cao Viejo temple. This discovery, reported in PNAS, challenges previous assumpt...
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New Magnetic Survey Unveils Hidden Structures in Ancient Assyrian Capital of Khorsabad
A recent magnetic survey of the ancient Assyrian capital of Khorsabad has revealed several hidden structures, including a villa with 127 rooms, royal gardens, and a water gate. These findings, which were made without excavation, challenge previous assumptions that the city, founded by Sargon II, was incomplete and largely abandoned. The survey was ...
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Ancient Bronze Statues Unearthed from Etruscan Healing Spring in Italy
Bronze statues, including snake sculptures and a child priest holding a divination ball, have been unearthed at a sacred hot spring in San Casciano dei Bagni, Italy. Dating back to the Etruscan era and later used by Romans, the site was a place for votive offerings tied to healing rituals. The excavation also revealed preserved organic remains, suc...
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16th-Century Spanish Cannons Found in Arizona, Could Be US’s Oldest Firearms
Archaeologists have discovered two cannons dating back to 1541 in Arizona. The firearms, believed to be the oldest found in the US, were left behind by Spanish forces after a battle against Native Americans. The cannons, part of Francisco Vázquez de Coronado’s expedition, were likely abandoned following resistance from Indigenous groups. Experts...
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1,800-Year-Old Silver Amulet Found in Germany, Challenges Early Christian History
An 1,800-year-old silver amulet discovered in a German grave is the earliest known evidence of Christianity north of the Alps. The amulet features a Latin inscription invoking Saint Titus and Jesus Christ, shedding light on the spread of Christianity beyond its early centres. Researchers believe this discovery may shift the timeline of Christianisa...
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A Lost Waltz, Hidden Picasso And Statue Of Hermes: Top Discoveries Of 2024
The year 2024 saw extraordinary archaeological and art discoveries, from ancient cave paintings and statues to forgotten masterpieces by Chopin, Picasso, and Dali
-
5,700-Year-Old House Fire in Ukraine Reveals Mysterious Cucuteni-Trypillia Remains
Archaeological findings in Kosenivka, Ukraine, reveal the burned remains of seven individuals from the Cucuteni-Trypillia societies, dated to approximately 5,700 years ago. The victims, including children and adults, showed signs of violent head trauma, suggesting possible intergroup conflict. One skull fragment placed atop the burial a century lat...
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Rare Cave Pearls with Ancient Pottery Discovered in Jerusalem’s Joweizeh Tunnel
A remarkable discovery in Jerusalem's Joweizeh Spring Tunnel has revealed 50 cave pearls, including 14 embedded with ancient pottery fragments and plaster. The artefacts span historical periods, from the Iron Age to the Byzantine era. This unique find showcases the interplay of human activity and natural mineral formation, shedding light on ancient...
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New Study Confirms Nebra Sky Disc’s Ancient Origins and Advanced Craftsmanship
The Nebra Sky Disc, unearthed in 1999 and dated to 3,800 years ago, has been verified as an authentic Bronze Age artefact by a new study published in Scientific Reports. Using metallurgical analysis, researchers demonstrated the disc's creation involved over ten cycles of heating and hammering at 700°C. The copper used originated from Austrian min...
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Marble Bust Found in Egypt Sparks Debate Over Cleopatra VII’s Depiction
A marble bust discovered beneath a temple wall at Taposiris Magna in Egypt is believed by archaeologist Kathleen Martinez to represent Cleopatra VII. The statue, wearing a royal diadem, has drawn scepticism from experts, with Zahi Hawass suggesting a Roman-era origin instead. Found alongside the bust were 337 coins, oil lamps, a bronze ring, and ot...
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37,000-Year-Old Ritual Gathering Space Discovered in Israel’s Manot Cave
Researchers have uncovered a 37,000-year-old chamber in Israel's Manot Cave, believed to have hosted ritual gatherings. The space features a carved boulder and deer antler linked to spiritual practices during the Aurignacian period. Natural acoustics and ash traces suggest torch-lit ceremonies involving up to 100 participants. Radiometric dating co...
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15 Stone Age Skulls Found in Italy’s Neolithic Village, Unveiling Ancient Rituals
A recent discovery of 15 Neolithic skulls in the Masseria Candelaro site in Italy offers new insights into ancient rituals. The skulls, dating back to 5618-5335 B.C., suggest they were part of a unique ancestor practice. Found inside a structure, the skulls show no signs of violence, hinting that they were handled over generations in symbolic ritua...
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Study Suggests Iberian Slate Plaques May Have Served as Non-Verbal Genealogical Records
A study published in the European Journal of Archaeology proposes that slate plaques from the Late Neolithic and Copper Age Iberian Peninsula (3200–2200 BC) served as non-verbal genealogical records. The plaques, found in tombs across Portugal and Spain, were engraved with intricate geometric patterns and may have indicated clan affiliations and ...
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Gold and Silver Jewellery Found in 1,600-Year-Old Aristocratic Burials in Crimea
Archaeologists have excavated ancient aristocratic burials in Crimea's Almalyk-dere necropolis, dating back 1,600 years. The discoveries include gold and silver jewellery such as earrings, fibulas, belts, and gold foil appliqués. The findings, tied to a Christian Gothic principality, suggest the burials were for elite women. Additionally, a cosmet...
