16th-Century ‘Miracle’ Print of Virgin Mary Uncovers Hidden Feature
Researchers Uncover Details in 16th-Century Cloak Depicting Virgin Mary Scientists were astonished to find traces of a remarkable 16th-century cactus-fiber cloak, known as the tilma of Guadalupe, which is believed by many Christians to showcase a miraculous image of the Virgin Mary. Upon examination, they discovered at least 13 tiny human figures hidden within the […]
16th-century gallows found by archaeologists in Grenoble, France
French officials recently revealed an intriguing find: a 16th-century gallows situated in Grenoble, once used to publicly display executed prisoners as a caution to others. This discovery, made in 2024 but only announced in December, was the result of research conducted by France’s National Preventive Archeology Agency, Inrap. The excavation occurred ahead of redevelopment work […]
16th-century gallows found by archaeologists in Grenoble, France
French officials have made a significant archaeological discovery: a 16th-century gallows, once used to display executed prisoners as a warning, has been unearthed in Grenoble. This find, revealed in December 2024 but completed earlier that year, was uncovered by the National Preventive Archeology Agency (Inrap), which was conducting research ahead of some redevelopment in the […]
Swedish archaeologists find remains of a 16th-century city under Gothenburg
Unearthing a Forgotten 16th-Century City in Gothenburg Recently, archaeologists in Sweden made an intriguing find beneath modern-day Gothenburg: the remnants of a long-lost city dating back to the 16th century. The excavation, conducted by the Swedish archaeological firm Archeologerna, took place earlier this fall in the Orskrocken district, located east of central Gothenburg. This city […]
FBI gives back stolen 16th-century manuscript signed by conquistador Cortes to Mexico
The FBI has returned a significant 16th-century manuscript featuring the signature of Hernan Cortez, the Spanish conqueror, to Mexico, officials reported on Thursday. Archivists in Mexico discovered the loss of this 15-page manuscript during efforts to microfilm a collection. It was quite a surprise. “These works are deemed protected cultural properties and symbolize important chapters […]
16th-century saint Teresa of Avila is showcased centuries after her passing
Warning: This article contains graphic images. Reader discretion is advised. A few months after being deemed “miraculously corrupted” last year, the remains of Saint Teresa of Jesus, also known as Saint Teresa of Avila, were displayed in Spain on Sunday. Born in 1515 and a conflicted Carmelite nun, she passed away in 1582. This weekend […]
Jewish book from 16th-century Italy to be returned to rightful owner
A centuries-old Jewish text that mysteriously ended up in an online marketplace has now returned home. The Southern District of New York (SDNY) announced in a press release last week that a district judge has authorized the forfeiture of Di Galla documents dating back to the 16th century by a private owner. The book will […]