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Introduction to the Remarkable Discovery More than a century after the discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb, archaeologists have unearthed the tomb of Pharaoh Thutmose II. This is one of the most significant archaeological finds in recent history, shedding new light on the 18th Dynasty of ancient Egypt. Located in the Valley of the Kings near […]

The Silver Coffin of King Psusennes I, dating to the 21st Dynasty (c. 1047–1001 B.C.), stands as one of ancient Egypt’s most remarkable funerary artifacts. Discovered in 1940 by French Egyptologist Pierre Montet in Tanis, this coffin is exceptional for its solid silver construction, a rarity in Egyptian burials. A Coffin of Unprecedented Value Silver […]

Introduction The relief of Pharaoh Merneptah being greeted by the sun god Ra-Horakhty is a remarkable piece of ancient Egyptian art that reflects the divine legitimacy of the king. This intricate carving, found in the Tomb of Merneptah (KV8) in the Valley of the Kings, West Thebes, dates back to the 19th Dynasty of the […]

The Stele of Qetesh is a remarkable artifact from ancient Egypt, showcasing the deep religious and cultural exchanges between Egypt and the Canaanite world. Dating back to the New Kingdom, this limestone stele is a fusion of Egyptian and Canaanite artistic and religious traditions. Description of the Stele The stele is a rectangular limestone monument […]

Introduction The discovery of the Thracian bronze greaves (shin guards) dating from approximately 400-300 BC has provided invaluable insights into the martial and spiritual traditions of the ancient Thracians. Found in the Goliamata Kosmatka mound near Kazanluk, Bulgaria, during the 2004 excavations, these greaves were part of the burial site of Seuthes III, the king […]

In a discovery that has captivated the archaeological world, a 4,000-year-old stone box grave has been uncovered in Western Norway. Situated south of Vestkapp in Selje, Vestland, this remarkable find is being hailed as the most significant Stone Age discovery in the region in the past century. A Grave Like No Other This hellekistegrave (stone […]

Unearthing a Treasure in the Valley of the Kings In 1905, the sands of Egypt’s Valley of the Kings revealed an extraordinary discovery. British Egyptologist James Edward Quibell unearthed Tomb KV46, which contained the mummies of Yuya and his wife Thuya. This groundbreaking find offered the world unparalleled insight into the lives of ancient Egyptian […]

In a breathtaking archaeological discovery, a human skull crowned with a golden laurel wreath was unearthed in the ancient city of Lato, Crete, revealing a glimpse of life from 2,500 years ago. This remarkable find not only highlights the opulence and artistic skill of ancient Greek society but also sheds light on their burial practices […]

In a groundbreaking achievement, archaeologists from the University of Cambridge and Liverpool John Moores University have successfully reconstructed the face of a Neanderthal woman who lived 75,000 years ago. This discovery challenges traditional views about the appearance and complexity of Neanderthals, offering new insights into the physical traits and sophistication of our ancient relatives. The […]

Unveiling a Startling Discovery Archaeologists in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany, have unearthed the 1,000-year-old remains of a noble couple near Eisleben. The burial site, located at the former royal palace of Helfta—once home to emperors Otto the Great and Otto II—offers a fascinating glimpse into medieval life and death. A Burial Shrouded in Mystery Among the discoveries […]