Category: Archeology & History
Reconstructed ancient perfumes showcased in new Egyptian Museum exhibition
Jerusalem Post Senior ancient Egyptian state officials used perfumes extracted from olive oil, almond oil, and hyssop oil. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/archaeology-around-the-world/article-832766
Read MoreAre we getting closer to the elusive tomb of Cleopatra?
Jerusalem Post New discoveries at the Taposiris Magna temple complex west of Alexandria reignited hopes of locating the tomb. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/archaeology-around-the-world/article-832764
Read MoreRare Roman gold coin featuring Marcus Brutus sells for €1.98 million at Geneva auction
Jerusalem Post There are only 17 known specimens of the aureus that Brutus struck in his own glory. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/archaeology-around-the-world/article-832763
Read MoreGas workers stumble upon remarkable Hermes statue near Acropolis
Jerusalem Post The statue resembles the type known as the Ludovisi Hermes, which typically portrays a youthful, beardless Hermes with a thoughtful, almost sorrowful expression. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/archaeology-around-the-world/article-832761
Read More35,000-year-old turtle sculpture in Israeli cave may be earliest sign of ritual behavior
Jerusalem Post Carving represents only the second figurative animal depiction from this period found in the region, indicating early symbolic behavior by prehistoric humans. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/archaeology-around-the-world/article-832758
Read MoreAncient Mesopotamians felt happiness in liver, anger in feet
Jerusalem Post According to a recent study, ancient Mesopotamians experienced emotions differently from modern humans. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/archaeology-around-the-world/article-832449
Read MoreJust in time for Christmas? Sarcophagus possibly belonging to Saint Nicholas discovered in Turkey
Jerusalem Post Archaeologists assume the sarcophagus was covered by a layer of gravel and sand brought by a flood or tsunami. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/archaeology-around-the-world/article-832452
Read More1,375-year-old pre-Hispanic pyramid discovered during highway construction in Hidalgo, Mexico
Jerusalem Post Researchers propose that Structure 1 and the surrounding settlement may be related to the Metzca lordship. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/archaeology-around-the-world/article-832444
Read More4,400-year-old jade cylinder seal discovered at excavation in Turkey
Jerusalem Post Experts believe that the use of jadeite in the seal indicates not only local craftsmanship but also the influence of international trade. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/archaeology-around-the-world/article-832442
Read MoreThe bow masters: Neolithic bows were made from three types of wood, and entwined tendons
Jerusalem Post First identification of olive wood and reeds in neolithic arrows confirms long-held hypothesis. https://www.jpost.com/archaeology/archaeology-around-the-world/article-832441
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