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fromAeon
1 week ago

The extraordinary craft and fascinating symbolism of a pre-Incan ceremonial shield | Aeon Videos

A reconstructed Moche ceremonial shield features a gilded predatory owl, revealing advanced metalsmithing, symbolism, and ritual roles in warfare in 6th–9th century Peru.
History
fromOpen Culture
1 month ago

The Ancient Roman Dodecahedron: The Mysterious Object That Has Baffled Archaeologists for Centuries

Roman dodecahedra are copper-alloy, knobbed twelve-faced artifacts from the 2nd–4th centuries, primarily found in northern Europe, whose practical function remains uncertain.
History
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
1 month ago

Richest Hellenistic Thracian grave in Bulgaria found

A Thracian warrior's richly furnished tomb dating to the 2nd century B.C. was discovered in Bulgaria, indicating his status as a local ruler.
History
fromwww.thehistoryblog.com
3 months ago

Oldest steel acupuncture needles found in Marquis of Haihun tomb

Steel acupuncture needles from the Western Han Dynasty reveal advanced metallurgical technology and historical significance for acupuncture practices.
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