Archaeologists have made several significant discoveries, shedding new light on ancient civilizations and historical events.
Oldest Portrait: A portrait of a man and a woman has been uncovered, providing insight into ancient traditions, possibly signaling gender equality in clergy, and challenging previous assumptions about early human history.
Rare Artifacts: Archaeologists also discovered a small slave sign in Charleston, South Carolina, and valuable European artifacts in Alaska, dating back to the late 14th and early 15th centuries, potentially suggesting an earlier European presence in America.
Valuable Ancient Relic: A pectoral cross made of pure gold with runic signs was found, possibly from the kingdom of Northumbria. It may indicate the location of the religious center of the kingdom, and the signs on the artifact have been partially deciphered to reveal the word 'idruf'.
Unique Temple Complex: Gantia, an ancient temple complex believed to have been constructed around 5500 years ago, showcases unique construction techniques, consisting of two temples built with massive limestone blocks using levers and rounded stones as bearings.
Remarkable Sapphire Discovery: A massive sapphire nugget named Serendipity, weighing 510 kilograms, was found in a well in Sri Lanka, valued at approximately $100 million, offering a breathtaking glimpse into the world of precious gemstones.
14th-Century Inscription: A mysterious inscription found on the island of Jerusalem has provided new historical data, indicating strategic marriages between the Turkmen and the Communion dynasty, further enriching the historical narrative of the region.
Glass Production and Trade Routes: Venice's prominence as a center of glass production in the 1400s, coupled with evidence of items reaching the Far East of Russia along trade routes, potentially explains the presence of Venetian beads in Alaska and contributes to an understanding of ancient global trade networks.
These discoveries collectively offer fascinating insights into the history, trade, and cultural exchanges of ancient civilizations.
