Rare Copy of U.S. Constitution, Found in a File Cabinet, Is Up for Auction
A rare original copy of the U.S. Constitution, signed by Charles Thomson, was discovered in North Carolina and is expected to sell for millions.
Gold pocket watch given to captain who rescued Titanic survivors sells for record price
A gold pocket watch awarded to Titanic rescuer Capt. Rostron sold for nearly $2 million, marking a record for Titanic-related memorabilia.
Treasure trove' of unseen letters sent by Charles de Gaulle up for auction
A significant collection of de Gaulle's personal correspondence and artifacts will be auctioned, revealing insights into his life and historical context.
Watch given to captain who saved 700 Titanic passengers sells for 1.56m
A gold pocket watch, given to Captain Rostron for his rescue efforts, sold for a record-breaking 1.56m, highlighting continued interest in Titanic memorabilia.
Viking Helmet and Byzantine Earrings are among the medieval items to be aucitioned - Medievalists.net
Apollo Art Auctions will host a significant auction featuring items from ancient to early modern periods, including notable medieval artifacts.
Enigma cipher machine goes on display in London
A rare Enigma machine recently found in Norway will be showcased in London before its auction.
Rare Copy of U.S. Constitution, Found in a File Cabinet, Is Up for Auction
A rare original copy of the U.S. Constitution, signed by Charles Thomson, was discovered in North Carolina and is expected to sell for millions.
Gold pocket watch given to captain who rescued Titanic survivors sells for record price
A gold pocket watch awarded to Titanic rescuer Capt. Rostron sold for nearly $2 million, marking a record for Titanic-related memorabilia.
Treasure trove' of unseen letters sent by Charles de Gaulle up for auction
A significant collection of de Gaulle's personal correspondence and artifacts will be auctioned, revealing insights into his life and historical context.
Watch given to captain who saved 700 Titanic passengers sells for 1.56m
A gold pocket watch, given to Captain Rostron for his rescue efforts, sold for a record-breaking 1.56m, highlighting continued interest in Titanic memorabilia.
Viking Helmet and Byzantine Earrings are among the medieval items to be aucitioned - Medievalists.net
Apollo Art Auctions will host a significant auction featuring items from ancient to early modern periods, including notable medieval artifacts.
Enigma cipher machine goes on display in London
A rare Enigma machine recently found in Norway will be showcased in London before its auction.
Rare glass onion bottles restored after 300 years under the sea
Conservators successfully restored 17th-century glass onion bottles from a historic shipwreck, reflecting their dedication to preserving fragile artifacts.
50 well-preserved Viking graves found in Asum, Denmark
A large Viking burial ground with well-preserved graves has been discovered in Asum, Denmark, shedding light on high-status burials and Viking customs.
Builders find mysterious slab with '100-year-old' Hebrew writing on it during renovation
Builders unearth a mysterious Hebrew-inscribed tablet while renovating a 300-year-old house in Shropshire.
9 discoveries that have fundamentally altered our understanding of human history
Pompeii and Herculaneum offer crucial insights into ancient Roman life through well-preserved artifacts and structures, highlighting the social stratifications of the time.
Anglo-Saxon imitation of Roman gold coin declared treasure
An Anglo-Saxon imitation of a Roman solidus was found in Norfolk, showcasing cultural differences and limitations in art between the two periods.
Alexander the Great's lost TUNIC is found after 2,300 years
An ancient purple tunic found in Greece is believed to have belonged to Alexander the Great, revealing connections to his royal heritage.
Rare glass onion bottles restored after 300 years under the sea
Conservators successfully restored 17th-century glass onion bottles from a historic shipwreck, reflecting their dedication to preserving fragile artifacts.
50 well-preserved Viking graves found in Asum, Denmark
A large Viking burial ground with well-preserved graves has been discovered in Asum, Denmark, shedding light on high-status burials and Viking customs.
Builders find mysterious slab with '100-year-old' Hebrew writing on it during renovation
Builders unearth a mysterious Hebrew-inscribed tablet while renovating a 300-year-old house in Shropshire.
9 discoveries that have fundamentally altered our understanding of human history
Pompeii and Herculaneum offer crucial insights into ancient Roman life through well-preserved artifacts and structures, highlighting the social stratifications of the time.
Anglo-Saxon imitation of Roman gold coin declared treasure
An Anglo-Saxon imitation of a Roman solidus was found in Norfolk, showcasing cultural differences and limitations in art between the two periods.
Alexander the Great's lost TUNIC is found after 2,300 years
An ancient purple tunic found in Greece is believed to have belonged to Alexander the Great, revealing connections to his royal heritage.
I had found gold before, but not like this': four of the most splendid treasures salvaged from shipwrecks
Salvaged shipwreck items provide insight into significant historical events and their implications on modern society.
Ancient Roman military camp found hiding 7,000 feet in the sky
Archaeologists discovered a Roman military camp at 7,200 feet in the Swiss Alps, revealing insights into ancient military strategies.
Unique Medieval Coin Goes Up For Auction - Medievalists.net
A rare medieval coin from the reign of David I of Scotland will be auctioned, expected to fetch £15,000-20,000 due to its unique historical significance.
Museum to Part With Cranach Portrait Sold as Owner Fled the Nazis
The Allentown Art Museum is returning a 16th-century portrait due to a settlement with the heirs of a Jewish couple fleeing the Nazis.
What's the big mystery behind the Shroud of Turin?
New study suggests Shroud of Turin may date back to Jesus' time, reigniting historical debates over its authenticity.
The Gun That Shot Lincoln Has a Seriously Complicated Past
The assassination of President Lincoln raises ongoing debates about public displays of historical artifacts linked to violence.
Inside The ROC Nuclear Bunker | stupidDOPE
Invest in owning a functional, well-preserved nuclear bunker as the ultimate doomsday prepping upgrade.
No One Person Should Be Able To Own A Dinosaur | Defector
Dinosaur fossils, like the nearly complete Stegosaurus skeleton named Apex, are being auctioned for millions, highlighting the commercialization and exclusivity of owning such historical artifacts.
GUILTY PLEASURES
The exhibit 'THE WORLD MADE WONDROUS' at LACMA's Resnick Pavilion transformed galleries into a luxurious seventeenth-century wunderkammer, showcasing a diverse array of rare and fascinating objects.
Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange Building Partly Collapses in Fire
The old stock exchange building in Copenhagen, a significant historical site, suffered a partial collapse due to a fire, leading to the evacuation of surrounding buildings and removal of valuable artworks.
National monument honoring enslaved Black people set to open in Alabama
The Legacy Sites project by Equal Justice Initiative opens after years of planning.
The Freedom Monument Sculpture Park showcases historical artifacts, art, research, and narratives related to slavery in the U.S.
Menu Autographed By Mao Zedong Brings Big Bucks At Auction
An official menu signed by Mao Zedong and other Chinese statesmen has been auctioned for $275,000
The menu was from a state banquet held in Beijing in 1956