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history-and-archaeology1 day ago•5 min saved

Jerusalem's Hidden 50-Meter Tunnel Stirs Archaeological Debate

Archaeologists near Kibbutz Ramat Rachel in Jerusalem uncovered a roughly 50-meter, multi-layer underground tunnel whose original purpose remains unclear. Initial water-system theories were rejected; the leading possibilities point to quarrying or an unfinished construction project. The tunnel is well-preserved but sections have collapsed, and dating evidence is lacking. The discovery is shaping plans to preserve the site within a future archaeological park as urban development proceeds nearby.

via Ancient Origins|

#ancient-technology #archaeology #history-and-archaeology

science3 months ago•37 min saved

Haifa student uncovers Crusader sword buried off Israel’s coast

A Haifa University student discovered a roughly one-meter-long, 12th-century Crusader sword buried off Dor Beach. After notifying the Israel Antiquities Authority, the artifact was conserved and CT-scanned at Elisha Medical Center, revealing a European-made, one-handed blade with a crack and limited surviving iron, a rare glimpse into Crusader presence along Israel’s northern coast.

via Yahoo|

#crusader-sword #dor-beach #haifa-university

archaeology1 year ago•4 min saved

Archaeologists Uncover 3,200-Year-Old Biblical City Linked to Moses' Exodus

Archaeologists have uncovered a 3,200-year-old Biblical city in the Promised Land, identified as Zanoah, mentioned in the Old Testament. The findings include stone walls, pottery, and a jar handle inscribed with Hebrew text meaning "belonging to the king," supporting the Biblical narrative of the Israelites' settlement after their exodus from Egypt. The excavation, led by the Israel Antiquities Authority, also revealed farming terraces and various artifacts, highlighting the historical significance of the site.

via Ancient Origins|

#ancient-israel #archaeology #artifacts

archaeology1 year ago•2 min saved

Oldest Deep-Sea Shipwreck Discovered Off Israeli Coast

A 3,300-year-old shipwreck discovered in the Mediterranean Sea has rewritten our understanding of ancient sailing, revealing that ancient mariners could navigate open seas without sight of the shore. Found by Energean during an environmental survey, the ship contained hundreds of intact jars likely used for transporting oil, wine, or agricultural products, indicating extensive maritime trade. The discovery, described as a world-class sensation, will be displayed in Jerusalem this summer.

via CNN|

#ancient-sailing #archaeology #israel-antiquities-authority

archaeology2 years ago•2 min saved

"Rare Find: Ancient Roman Swords Unearthed in Israeli Dead Sea Cave"

Four Roman-era swords, along with their wooden and leather hilts and scabbards, have been discovered in a well-preserved state in a desert cave near the Dead Sea in Israel. The artifacts, believed to have been hidden by Jewish rebels during an uprising against the Roman Empire in the 130s, provide insights into empire and rebellion. The swords, which have not yet been radiocarbon dated, were likely crafted in a European province and brought to Judaea by Roman soldiers. The discovery highlights the exceptional preservation of organic remains in the desert caves, including the famous Dead Sea Scrolls. Future research will focus on studying the swords' manufacture and the history of the objects and the people they belonged to.

via Yahoo News|

#archaeology #dead-sea-cave #israel-antiquities-authority

archaeology2 years ago•5 min saved

Ancient Roman Swords Unearthed in Judean Desert, Possibly from Bar Kochba Revolt

Four 1,900-year-old Roman swords have been discovered in a cave in the Judean Desert, believed to have been captured by Jewish rebels during the Bar Kochba revolt and hidden in a narrow crevice. The swords, including three Roman spatha swords and a ring-pommel sword, are incredibly well-preserved, with intact blades and ornate handles. The discovery is considered extremely rare and sheds light on the final moments of the revolt. The arid climate of the desert has helped preserve fragile artifacts, making it a unique time capsule for archaeological finds.

via The Times of Israel|

#archaeology #bar-kochba-revolt #israel-antiquities-authority

archaeology3 years ago•3 min saved

1,800-year-old 'evil eye' jewelry unveiled in Jerusalem

Jewelry designed to protect a young girl from the "evil eye" and aid her passage to the afterlife over 1,800 years ago has been unveiled in Jerusalem. The treasure, which includes golden earrings, a hairpin, a pendant, and glass and gold beads bearing the symbols of the Roman Moon goddess Luna, was discovered in a lead coffin in 1971 but has only now gone on display for the first time. The remarkably well-preserved items date to when Jerusalem had been re-established as a colony named Aelia Capitolina in AD 129 following the destruction of the city and its Jewish Temple during the Roman-Jewish War in AD 70.

via NBC News|

#archaeology #evil-eye #israel-antiquities-authority