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An early medieval manuscript contained the earliest complete map of the stars

Scientists have discovered a fragment of the world's oldest known complete star map. Part of the map, found below the text on a sheet of medieval parchment, is thought to be a copy of a long-lost star catalogue from the workshop of the Greek astronomer Hipparchus in the second century BC...

Stunning ancient stone carvings survived ISIS demolition

In Mosul, Iraq, archaeologists have discovered 2,700-year-old stone carvings that escaped the barbarism of Islamic extremistsState when they tore down the ancient monumental Mashki Gate in 2016 as an "idolatrous" symbol of the pre-Islamic period. The carvings date from the reign of the Assyrian king Sinacherib between 705 and 681 BC.

Treasure of gold and silver coins under the temple

Archaeologists have discovered a cache under a temple in the Egyptian city of Esna. Inside were gold and silver coins. Some of them are up to a thousand years old, according to experts.

Huge Roman mosaic saved from being sold off by Islamic State militants

A mosaic from the Roman period with scenes from the Trojan War was discovered in Al-Rastan, Syria. Dating from the 4th century, the 20 x 6 m area uncovered is not complete, according to archaeologists - the mosaic seems to continue under neighbouring plots. It is the most significant archaeological discovery in Syria since the conflict began 11 years ago.

Treasure trove of 1600-year-old gold coins discovered in wall

A buried hoard of dozens of gold coins has been discovered at an archaeological excavation site near the ancient city of Banias in northern Israel. They date from the Muslim conquest of the region in the 7th century and represent a unique insight into the transitional period after the end of the Roman Empire.

The first complete Roman writing set has been discovered

A Roman writing set from the late Roman period was found in Istanbul, Turkey. It is the first complete writing set to survive, with a shallow bowl, a miniature amphora-shaped calamus and a bone pen that still bears traces of red ink. It was used exclusively by civil servants and courtiers.

The first reconstruction of a Neolithic necklace and a grave that will change the textbooks

A necklace made up of more than 2,580 beads has been discovered in a 9,000-year-old grave in the Neolithic village of Ba`ja, north of the city of Petra in southern Jordan. It has now been completely restored, the first time scientists have been able to make an authentic reconstruction of such an old and intricately crafted piece of jewellery.

18. 10. 2013

18.10.2013 600 mysterious amulets

The discovery of 600 mysterious amulets and seals in Turkey was supposed to help unravel the mystery of an ancient religion about which scientists still know little. They date from the seventh to fourth centuries BC.

3. 10. 2015

3 Oct 2015 145 artefacts from Afghanistan

The precious cargo arrived six years ago from Kabul, Afghanistan, to the Czech Republic. Archaeologists "brought back" 145 artefacts, which they later presented to the public. It was a unique collection, unprecedented in Europe until then.

Archaeologists find 1,300-year-old iron axe and machete in perfect condition

An iron axe and machete from the Byzantine era have been discovered by archaeologists in the ancient city of Assos in northwestern Turkey. They were found while exploring the remains of a dwelling along with other everyday objects. Also of interest is a small terracotta grill. The finds provide an important insight into the daily life of the people of the time...

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