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Rare Object From the Roman Era Made From Substance Worth More Than Gold Found at Archaeological Site in UK

ENVIRONMENT & CLIMATE 05.05.2024 00:20 AM

Tyrian purple, a man-made pigment that was highly valued in the Roman era, was found during a 2023 excavation in the city of Carlisle. Continue reading to learn more.

10 Ancient Shipwrecks From About 5,000 Years Ago Found Near Greek Island

03.16.2024 01:16 AM

Marine archaeologists found 10 shipwrecks, including a Roman-era vessel, near a Greek island in the Mediterranean during a multiyear project. Check out more details in this article.

Silver Toilet Spoon From Roman Era Found by Metal Detectorist in Wales; Experts Declare Finding as 'Treasure'

01.31.2024 23:00 PM

The silver toilet spoon was officially declared a "treasure" under the Treasure Act 1996 of the UK. Read to learn more.

Evidence of Necromancy During the Roman Era Found Close to Jerusalem; Eerie 'Death Magic' Practice Involved Attempts To Speak to the Dead

07.18.2023 05:23 AM

The practice of necromancy could have arrived in the region as Romans from other regions repopulated the area. Read to learn more.

Prehistoric Physician? Ancient Roman-Era Doctor's Grave Found To Contain Scalpels, Forceps, Other Medical Tools

05.04.2023 23:16 PM

The ancient doctor's recovered medical tool collection includes needles, scalpels, forceps, replaceable blades, pliers, and a grinding stone. Read to learn more.

Prehistoric Buddha Statue Unearthed in Ancient Egyptian Port City; New Find Sheds Light on Rome and India's Trade Relationship

05.02.2023 23:37 PM

During the Roman era, some Indians who lived in Alexandria could have been practising Buddhism. Read to learn more.

Venus Statue, Other Artifacts Uncovered in Roman-era Rubbish Dump

03.27.2023 23:48 PM

Archaeologists uncover Venus statues, among other artifacts, in a quarry-turned-rubbish dump that dates back to the Roman era. Read to learn more.

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