An ancient gold ring was discovered at the biblical site of the City of David, believed to have housed the Ark of the Covenant. Dating back about 2,300 years and likely belonging to a child, the ring features a red gemstone and highlights everyday life during the Second Temple period. This is the second similar ring found within a year, indicating a possible Hellenistic tradition where jewelry was intentionally buried. The discovery emphasizes cultural exchanges influenced by the conquests of Alexander the Great.
Archaeologists have uncovered a gold ring in the City of David, possibly belonging to a child, offering insights into the Second Temple period's daily life.
The striking artifact, featuring a red gemstone, likely dates back 2,300 years and suggests a cultural exchange influenced by Eastern empires, like Persia.
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