Mysterious 10th Century Viking Toy Unearthed in Iceland, Sparks Bewilderment and Debates
In Iceland, a fascinating archaeological discovery has sparked a lively debate among experts over a small, ancient stone figurine believed to be a toy from the Viking era. This rare artifact, unearthed during excavations at the Fjordur farm site in…
First Archaeological Excavations in Center of Northern Ireland’s Londonderry in over a Decade
An archaeological excavation began on Wednesday, September 4, 2024, in the center of Londonderry, marking the city’s first such endeavor in over a decade. The site is strategically positioned near Londonderry’s historic walls, areas steeped in cultural significance and history….
Bronze Pitcher Found amid Late Antiquity Arson in Roman City Deultum Close to Bulgaria’s Black Sea Coast
A perfectly preserved bronze pitcher from the Late Antiquity has been discovered by archaeologists in the Ancient Roman colony Deultum near the town of Debelt, Burgas District, close to the Black Sea coast. Deultum was a Roman colony, which according…
6,000-Year-Old Submerged Cave Bridge Discovered in Spain’s Mallorca Shows When Mediterranean Was Settled
A recently analyzed submerged bridge in Genovesa Cave on the Spanish island of Mallorca is reshaping scientists’ understanding of when humans first settled the islands of the western Mediterranean Sea. This ancient stone structure, extending 25 feet in length, has…