Author Archives: Myn

Introduction The discovery of the London Hammer in 1936 in Texas has captivated the scientific community and the public alike. This controversial out-of-place artifact appears to be a 19th-century tool encased in rock that is purportedly dated to the Cretaceous period, a time when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. This intriguing find has sparked intense debate, […]

Perched Atop a Remote Cliffside, the Sarcophagi of Carajía Stand as Sentinels of a Forgotten Era High above the winding Utcubamba Valley in Peru’s Amazonas region, a remarkable sight greets the intrepid explorer – the towering sarcophagi of Carajía. These pre-Inca funerary structures, crafted by the enigmatic Chachapoyas culture between the 9th and 15th centuries […]

Introduction Discovered in 1902 and dating back over 5,000 years, the Gebel el-Arak knife is a remarkable relic that offers a captivating window into the artistic and technological advancements of ancient Egypt’s Predynastic period. This exquisitely crafted artifact, with its intricate ivory handle and sharp flint blade, serves as a testament to the sophistication and […]

Introduction Nestled in the heart of Sichuan Province, China, lies an archaeological site that has captivated the world’s attention. Sanxingdui, a place once shrouded in obscurity, has emerged as a treasure trove of ancient wonders, revealing the secrets of a civilization that flourished over 3,000 years ago. The artifacts unearthed here are not just remarkable […]

Discovery of the Ancient Gold Pommel In 2019, a metal detectorist discovered a remarkable 1,300-year-old gold sword pommel in the hills near Stirling, igniting interest among historians and the public. This artifact, once buried beneath centuries of soil, was acquired by National Museums Scotland for its historical significance. Cultural Significance and Craftsmanship The gold pommel […]

Archaeological Discovery at Tell Aswad In Syria, a remarkable archaeological discovery at the Tell Aswad site has offered an intimate glimpse into our distant ancestors, featuring a collection of plastered skulls dating back 11,000 years that reflect the Pre-Pottery Neolithic period. These skulls stand out for their astonishing realism, indicating that the ancient artisans possessed […]

The Enigmatic Willamette Meteorite: A Celestial Giant The mummy of Amenhotep I, a renowned pharaoh of ancient Egypt, has been exquisitely preserved for over three millennia. Scientists opted to use CT scans to explore the mummy without causing any damage. This digital unwrapping revealed that the pharaoh died at the age of 35, stood about […]

A Mummy’s Story Uncovered For over 3,000 years, the mummy of Amenhotep I, a notable pharaoh of ancient Egypt, remained intact, adorned with flower garlands and a realistic mask. Due to concerns about damage, scientists had avoided unwrapping it until a recent team used CT scans to digitally explore its secrets. Revelations About the Pharaoh’s […]

The Ascendancy and Decline of a Heavenly Marvel In the ancient city of Ephesus, now Selçuk, Turkey, there stood a temple known as the Artemision, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, dedicated to the goddess Artemis Ephesia. The temple underwent several rebuilds, with its most magnificent version completed under the funding of […]

The Discovery of King Hor I’s Ka Statue In 1894, a significant archaeological finding took place at the Pyramid Complex of Amenemhat III in Dahshur, Egypt. Led by archaeologist Jacques de Morgan, a team of excavators uncovered a stunning wooden Ka statue within the tomb of King Hor Awibre, also known as Hor I. This […]