Rare, stone-carved toy found by archaeologists in Iceland dating back to the Viking Age
An archaeological dig in Iceland has uncovered a rare Viking Age toy, and although researchers know what period it dates to, there's still debate over which animal the figurine represents. Archaeological research has been taking place in the Fjörður town of Seyðisfjörður since 2020, excavation director Ragnheidur Traustadóttir told Fox News Digital. Many artifacts were […]
Israeli archaeologists discover unique ancient seal affirming biblical account of Jerusalem 2,700 years ago
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Archaeologists Announce Discovery Of Iconic Sword Lost In WWII In Germany
Archaeologists have unearthed an iconic 17th century Japanese sword during ongoing excavations in Berlin’s oldest market square, the Berlin State Museum announced on Thursday. Archaeologists from the Berlin State Office for the Preservation of Monuments and Ruins found the rusty sword amongst World War II rubble unearthed in a cellar buried beneath Stralauer Strasse in […]
Iowa archaeologists unearth 13,000-year-old mastodon skull
Archaeologists in Iowa have unearthed an intact ancient mastodon skull that they hope will shed light on humans’ interactions with the ancient animals. The bones were excavated from the banks of Wayne Creek earlier this month in a process that took about two weeks to complete. The eroded site was first Iowa State Archaeologist (OSA) […]
Archaeologists Discover Hidden 2,000-Year-Old Roman Mosaic
Archaeologists have unearthed a well-preserved Roman mosaic in the Roman city of Wroxeter in northwest England, reports said on Wednesday. This is the first discovery in the area since 1859. CNNThe mosaic features intricate designs of fish and dolphins painted in vibrant white, red, blue and yellow hues and likely dates to the early 2nd […]
Archaeologists unearth long-lost temple believed to be the very site where Jesus Christ performed miracles
Archaeologists believe they have unearthed a long-lost temple where Jesus Christ is said to have performed miracles. Recent archaeological excavations in Israel may have revealed a hidden site where Jesus Christ preached and healed people, according to New Testament accounts. Archaeologists believe this could be a temple lost more than 2,000 years ago, and could […]
Archaeologists Confused By Weird Skeleton Unearthed From Ancient Tomb
Archaeologists released a statement in late July admitting there’s considerable confusion about the identity of a 2,200-year-old skeleton unearthed at the Cerberus Tomb in Giuliano, Italy. The tomb was discovered near an ancient Roman cemetery and has fascinated archaeologists with its exquisitely decorated wall paintings. according to Reported by Live Science: After detailed investigation, the […]
Archaeologists discover underwater mosaic believed to date back to Roman Empire
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Archaeologists unearth 24 skeletons on hotel property dating back to 7th century
Archaeologists have unearthed human remains that are more than 1,000 years old. According to a press release, “24 identifiable skeletons” were discovered during excavations on the grounds of the Old Bell Hotel, next to Malmesbury Abbey in England. The burial dates back to the 7th century, and the Anglo-Saxon bones are thought to date from […]
Archaeologists Find Site Of Massive Roman Clash With Spartacus
Archaeologists revealed in June the discovery of an ancient stone wall and earthworks used by Romans to corral the gladiator and revolt leader Spartacus and his followers. The wall was hidden beneath leaves, coated in a layer of moss within the Dossone della Melia forest in Calabria, Italy, according to a press release from Archaeological […]