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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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Greek Tomb Possibly Holds Alexander the Great's Tunic, New Study Suggests
A recent study suggests a tomb in Vergina, Greece, thought to belong to Philip II, may instead hold the remains of Alexander the Great's half-brother, Philip III Arrhidaeus, and a sacred tunic once worn by Alexander. Antonis Bartsiokas, a professor emeritus at Democritus University of Thrace, bases his claims on historical evidence and an analysis ...
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1,200-Year-Old Viking Cemetery Found in Sweden with Stone Ship Burials
Archaeologists in Sweden have discovered a Viking cemetery, dating back 1,200 years, in the village of Tvååker. The site contains over 100 graves, including unique stone ship outlines. Artefacts such as human and animal bones, metal items, and a fragment of a silver coin were found. This discovery sheds light on Viking burial practices and their ...
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This Secret High-Tech Art Lab Is Hidden Beneath Paris
It looks like the lair of a Bond villain: behind armoured doors, buried underground below the Louvre in Paris, lies one of the most high-tech art labs in the world.
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Archaeologists Find Microplastic Contamination In Ancient Remains
The findings highlight the pervasiveness of plastic pollution, reaching even into the seemingly untouched layers of the past.
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In "Highly Unusual" Incident, Historic Treasures Stolen From British Museum
The British Museum, one of London's premier tourist attractions with thousands of precious artefacts on display, has sacked a staffer pending legal action after several treasures from a storeroom were found to have been stolen.
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International Museum Day 2022: Date, Theme And Significance
International Museum Day is celebrated on May 18. Museums help in promotion ofcultural heritage and preservation of historical artefacts, besides acting as source of entertainment with academic value.
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Believe It Or Not, Iceland Has Preserved Its Last Big Mac Meal As Part Of History
Iceland has preserved a 12-year-old Big Mac as a historical artefact and displayed it across the country.
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Australia To Return Historic Indian Artefacts Next Year
Australia will return three culturally significant artefacts to India when Prime Minister Scott Morrison visits the country early next year, the Australian government said on Wednesday.
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Microsoft Launches AI for Cultural Heritage Programme
Microsoft said it will "use AI to work with non-profits, universities and governments around the world to help preserve the languages we speak, the places we live and the artefacts we treasure."
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Odisha Man Wants To Build Museum To Display 8000 Rare Artefacts
With a passion of collecting rare and historical relics and artefacts, 40-year-old Satya Ketan Mohanty has over 8,000 items in his collection. He wants to establish a museum in Western Odisha.
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Copper Coins, Believed To Be 1800 Years Old, Found In Uttar Pradesh
Five months after Bronze Age chariots and coffins were found in Uttar Pradesh's Baghpat, copper coins believed to be of the same age have been unearthed in the same district. The coins, which are believed to be 1,800 years old, were spotted by the locals of the area while excavating a hillock in Khaprana village.
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Islamic, Indian Medieval Artefacts To Be Auctioned At Christie's London
Collectors and connoisseurs of Islamic and Indian art are in for a treat as medieval historical artefacts dating between the 9th and the 19th centuries will be on auction at Christie's London on Thursday.
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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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Greek Tomb Possibly Holds Alexander the Great's Tunic, New Study Suggests
A recent study suggests a tomb in Vergina, Greece, thought to belong to Philip II, may instead hold the remains of Alexander the Great's half-brother, Philip III Arrhidaeus, and a sacred tunic once worn by Alexander. Antonis Bartsiokas, a professor emeritus at Democritus University of Thrace, bases his claims on historical evidence and an analysis ...
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1,200-Year-Old Viking Cemetery Found in Sweden with Stone Ship Burials
Archaeologists in Sweden have discovered a Viking cemetery, dating back 1,200 years, in the village of Tvååker. The site contains over 100 graves, including unique stone ship outlines. Artefacts such as human and animal bones, metal items, and a fragment of a silver coin were found. This discovery sheds light on Viking burial practices and their ...
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This Secret High-Tech Art Lab Is Hidden Beneath Paris
It looks like the lair of a Bond villain: behind armoured doors, buried underground below the Louvre in Paris, lies one of the most high-tech art labs in the world.
-
Archaeologists Find Microplastic Contamination In Ancient Remains
The findings highlight the pervasiveness of plastic pollution, reaching even into the seemingly untouched layers of the past.
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In "Highly Unusual" Incident, Historic Treasures Stolen From British Museum
The British Museum, one of London's premier tourist attractions with thousands of precious artefacts on display, has sacked a staffer pending legal action after several treasures from a storeroom were found to have been stolen.
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International Museum Day 2022: Date, Theme And Significance
International Museum Day is celebrated on May 18. Museums help in promotion ofcultural heritage and preservation of historical artefacts, besides acting as source of entertainment with academic value.
-
Believe It Or Not, Iceland Has Preserved Its Last Big Mac Meal As Part Of History
Iceland has preserved a 12-year-old Big Mac as a historical artefact and displayed it across the country.
-
Australia To Return Historic Indian Artefacts Next Year
Australia will return three culturally significant artefacts to India when Prime Minister Scott Morrison visits the country early next year, the Australian government said on Wednesday.
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Microsoft Launches AI for Cultural Heritage Programme
Microsoft said it will "use AI to work with non-profits, universities and governments around the world to help preserve the languages we speak, the places we live and the artefacts we treasure."
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Odisha Man Wants To Build Museum To Display 8000 Rare Artefacts
With a passion of collecting rare and historical relics and artefacts, 40-year-old Satya Ketan Mohanty has over 8,000 items in his collection. He wants to establish a museum in Western Odisha.
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Copper Coins, Believed To Be 1800 Years Old, Found In Uttar Pradesh
Five months after Bronze Age chariots and coffins were found in Uttar Pradesh's Baghpat, copper coins believed to be of the same age have been unearthed in the same district. The coins, which are believed to be 1,800 years old, were spotted by the locals of the area while excavating a hillock in Khaprana village.
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Islamic, Indian Medieval Artefacts To Be Auctioned At Christie's London
Collectors and connoisseurs of Islamic and Indian art are in for a treat as medieval historical artefacts dating between the 9th and the 19th centuries will be on auction at Christie's London on Thursday.
