Coin Hoard of 816 Pieces Found Inside Statue at St. Andrew’s Church: A Treasure of the Thirty Years’ War
In the quiet town of Eisleben, Germany, a centuries-old secret lay hidden within the leg of a sandstone statue at St. Andrew’s Church. What began as routine…
Archaeologists Unearth ‘Significant’ Palace Door Threshold in Ancient Nimrud During Major Recovery Dig
Beneath the sands of time lies Nimrud, an ancient Assyrian city that has endured centuries of upheaval, destruction, and rediscovery. From the grandeur of its ziggurats to…
The 1,800-Year-Old Roman Coin Discovered by a Boy in Bremen’s School Sandbox
In the most unexpected corners of the world, history often reveals itself in remarkable ways. For 8-year-old Bjarne, a playful day in his school’s sandbox turned into…
Discovering 5,500-Year-Old Neolithic Art: The Menhir Found in São Brás de Alportel, Algarve
The discovery of a 5,500-year-old menhir on Monte do Trigo in São Brás de Alportel, Algarve, Portugal, has opened a fascinating window into Europe’s Neolithic past. Unearthed…
8.7 Million-Year-Old Fossil in Turkey Challenges the ‘Out of Africa’ Theory of Human Evolution
For decades, the story of human evolution has been rooted in Africa, celebrated as the cradle of humanity. But a recent discovery in Turkey may challenge this…
A 2,000-Year-Old Roman Sandal Unearthed in a Well in Lucus Asturum, Offering a Glimpse Into Ancient Roman Life
In the depths of an ancient Roman well in Lugo de Llanera, Spain, archaeologists unearthed an extraordinary artifact that offers a rare glimpse into life 2,000 years…
3,000-Year-Old Woven Masterpieces Found at Alutiiq Ancestral Site on Kodiak Island
In the serene yet rugged landscapes of Kodiak Island, Alaska, a remarkable piece of ancient history has been brought to light. Archaeologists from the Alutiiq Museum and…
A Forgotten Aroma Resurrected: Revealing the Life of a Woman Entombed Among Pharaohs
Imagine standing before an ancient jar, its contents whispering secrets of a civilization that thrived 3,500 years ago. From the depths of Egypt’s Valley of the Kings,…
Roman Complex Unveiled in Swiss Gravel Quarry: A 2,000-Year-Old Monument of Roman Power
Nestled within the picturesque canton of Zug in Switzerland, an extraordinary piece of history has come to light. During excavations in the Äbnetwald gravel quarry near Cham-Oberwil,…
Massive Roman Stone Coffin Unearthed During A47 Roadworks in Cambridgeshire, Revealing Secrets of Ancient Burial Practices
In the midst of modern roadworks, an extraordinary relic of ancient history has emerged. Along the A47 in Cambridgeshire, archaeologists uncovered a massive Roman stone coffin, untouched…