Extremely Rare Roman Cavalry Parade Mask Discovered In Romania
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – An amateur archaeologist in Romania has discovered a unique ancient Roman parade mask. Roman-era iron masks are rare, making this a unique find. So far, only bronze Roman masks have been discovered in the country. Using a metal detector, Betej Gabriel unearthed the ancient Roman mask in Albeni, a commune […]
Hun Warrior’s Grave Filled With Gold Treasures Discovered In Romania
Jan Bartek- AncientPages.com – Known for their military courage, the nomadic warriors known as the Huns were feared. They were excellent horsemen and archers who invaded southeastern Europe c. 370 C.E. The Huns struck fear into the heart of the European population and built up an enormous empire in southeastern and central Europe during the […]
15 Precious Ancient Objects Returned To Greece From Switzerland – Antique Dealer Charged With Trafficking
Conny Waters – AncientPages-com – The Geneva court has ruled 15 ancient objects will be returned to Greece from Switzerland. Criminal investigations reveal the ancient artifacts were illegally in possession of a well-known antique dealer. Attic black-figured column krater attributed to the team of the vase painter Lydos. The main scene depicts Hercules fighting the […]
Future Of Thornborough Henges Secured – Stonehenge Of The North Preserved For The Nation
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – When many ancient monuments and prehistoric places are either neglected or destroyed, news emphasizing the importance of preserving heritage is welcome. Located near Ripon in North Yorkshire, England, the Thornborough Henges are an unusual ancient monument complex that includes the three aligned henges. The three henges of the Thornborough Henges […]
Beautiful Tudor Gold Pendant Linked To Henry VIII And Katherine Of Aragon Discovered By A Metal-Detectorist
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – A beautiful gold pendant on a chain linked to King Henry VIII and Katherine of Aragon has been unveiled by the British Museum. Charlie Clarke, a metal detector, discovered the ornate item in Warwickshire, UK. Under the Treasure Act 1996, any finders have a legal obligation to report all finds […]
Strange 1,000-Year-Old Artifact Melted Out Of The Ice Identified With Help Of PH๏τo!
Conny Waters – AncientPages.com – A pH๏τo submitted by an elderly woman has helped glacial archaeologists from Secrets of the Ice to identify a strange ancient artifact. The Secret of the Ice team has made many incredible discoveries as the ice melts. Not long ago, glacial archaeologists found a rare three-bladed arrowhead in the Jotunheimen […]
Can You Solve The Mystery Of The Nessglyph? Archaeologists Ask
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – Archaeologists are appealing to the public for help with an unusual carving they unearthed at Nesscliffe Hill, UK, in 2022. Paul Reilly, a visiting fellow in archaeology at the University of Southampton, and Gary Lock, emeritus professor of archaeology at the University of Oxford, returned to the site last summer […]
Amazing 2,000-Year-Old Engraved Roman Gems Discovered Near Hadrian’s Wall
Conny Waters – AncientPages.com – Archaeologists have discovered 30 amazing ancient Roman gems while excavating at a site in modern-day Carlisle, just behind Hadrian’s Wall, located near the border between modern-day Scotland and England. The precious beautiful stones and beautifully engraved stones, known as intaglios, were lost by their Roman owners about 2,000 years ago. […]
Ancient Life-Size Marble Statue Of Hercules Discovered In Rome
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – Archaeologists in Rome, Italy, have again reason to be proud of a new discovery. This time scientists unearthed an ancient marble statue of Hercules during excavation works in Parco Scott, part of the Appia Antica Archaeological Park. Famous for his strength and adventures, Hercules is the Roman equivalent of the […]
2,000-Year-Old Roman Road Discovered In Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Jan Bartek – AncientPages.com – When ancient Romans built something, it was meant to last. Countless examples clearly show why historians and archaeologists often refer to ancient Romans as famous builders who left behind many bridges, aqueducts, canals, stone-paved roads, and other engineering masterpieces all throughout the Roman Empire. ” “The vast Roman Empire boasted […]