antiquities

Rare Abbasid-Era red clay flask featuring camel art found in Yatir

Decorated flask uncovered in cave-turned-olive press at Horvat 'Anim; symbol of camels’ central role in early Islamic economy.

Reseachers uncover a pyramid-like structure in the Judean Desert, photo taken March 2025

Ancient pyramid, coins, and weapons: Archaeologists unearth Judean Desert treasure trove

A 2,200-year-old pyramid-shaped structure and artifacts were uncovered in the Judean Desert, reshaping history. The IAA-led dig near Nahal Zohar invites volunteers to help uncover its purpose.

Thief steals 5,000-year-old 500kg megalith from Immekath I grave

In addition to the seized stone from the megalithic grave, investigators discovered on the property of the convicted individual eight other stones arranged in a circle.

Archivist working for Greek authorities suspected as archaeology smuggling ring kingpin

Greek authorities arrested 23 individuals in Northern Greece, alleged to be part of three antiquities smuggling rings.

Rare 2,000-year-old strawberry-shaped Iron Age divination spoon discovered on Isle of Man

Similar ritual spoons have been found in Britain, Ireland, and France. The British Museum holds several pairs, one engraved with a cross and the other with a small hole.

Morocco identifies preliminary sites of nine WWI shipwrecks off southern coast

The shipwrecks are vessels from Japan, Norway, France, England, Portugal, and Italy.

Netherlands returns 119 Benin bronzes, redressing 1897 British expedition looting

In recent years, about 1,100 objects from German, Scottish, British, and French museums have been returned amid pressure over colonial-era acquisitions.

Egypt begins restoration of Ramesseum Temple in Luxor

Currently, the temple is largely in ruins due to the earthquake that struck Egypt in 27 BCE. Remains of colossal statues and columns can still be seen.

Tiny Roman-era golden padlock set to go on display

Measuring only 11 by 12 millimeters, the padlock's intricate details are hardly recognizable to the naked eye.

3,000-year-old road network found at Yinxu, ancient capital of the Shang dynasty

The find marks the longest urban thoroughfare ever discovered at Yinxu and is the longest known preserved road of ancient China.

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