Archaeology is a fascinating subject that allows us to discover and learn about the history of our ancestors. Every once in a while, an archaeological discovery is made that is truly remarkable, and one such discovery is the 20-sided crystal dice that dates back to the Roman empire period. This dice, now housed in the Musée du Louvre, is made of rock crystal and is only 1cm … [Read more...] about This Ancient 20-Sided Crystal Dice is About 2,000 Years Old
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Ancient Mammoth Bones Found in Michigan Suggest Human Butchering and Reveal New Insights into Early History
Ancient mammoth bones marked by human butchering have been found in Michigan, shedding new light on the timeline of human presence in the state. The discovery was made in 2015, when soybean farmer James Bristle found an enormous rib bone on his farm just outside Chelsea. When paleontologists from the University of Michigan came to investigate, they found the skull and bones of … [Read more...] about Ancient Mammoth Bones Found in Michigan Suggest Human Butchering and Reveal New Insights into Early History
Ancient Bridge in Dagestan Withstands the Test of Time: Built Without Nails and Can Hold a Car
In a world where modern engineering and construction rely heavily on advanced technology and materials, it's impressive to think that an ancient wooden bridge in Dagestan has withstood the test of time without a single nail. The bridge, located near the village of Gulli in the Tabasaran region of Dagestan, is not only a historical monument but also an architectural … [Read more...] about Ancient Bridge in Dagestan Withstands the Test of Time: Built Without Nails and Can Hold a Car
The Riace Bronzes: The Mysterious and Magnificent Ancient Greek Sculptures from the Depths of the Sea
The Riace bronzes are a pair of ancient Greek bronze sculptures that were discovered in 1972 by Stefano Mariottini while he was diving near the coast of Riace, a small town in southern Italy. These iconic sculptures, dating back to the 5th century BC, are considered some of the finest examples of Greek classical sculpture in existence. The Riace bronzes consist of two … [Read more...] about The Riace Bronzes: The Mysterious and Magnificent Ancient Greek Sculptures from the Depths of the Sea
New Whale Behavior May Be Inspiration for Ancient Norse Sea Creature Myth
The oceans are vast and full of mystery. For centuries, humans have looked out to sea and imagined what creatures might dwell within. One of the most enduring myths of the sea is that of the kraken, a giant, tentacled monster said to dwell in the deep waters off the coasts of Norway and Greenland. Now, new research suggests that a behavior recently observed in humpback whales … [Read more...] about New Whale Behavior May Be Inspiration for Ancient Norse Sea Creature Myth