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4,200 Years Later: Ancient Magician-Priest Resurfaces in Egypt
The necropolis of Saqqarah, a UNESCO World Heritage site near Cairo, has revealed yet another archaeological marvel: the tomb ...
17 tips for having a great cruise down the Nile River in Egypt
Cruising leisurely down the Nile River is one of the most popular tourist activities in Egypt. Yes, you can see ancient and remarkable temples with almost no effort. Yes, you can see miles of ...
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Ancient money used to be livestock
(WYTV)Paper, coins, and bitcoin, also the plastic in your wallet, are all forms of money we use today. But the very first form of currency is probably, the cow, dating back to 9000, BC. The words ...
Smithsonian Magazine2d
How Archaeologists Discovered Europe’s Oldest-Known Book, Revealing Never-Before-Seen Insights Into Ancient Religion and Philosophy
Charred by the flames of a funeral pyre, the Derveni Papyrus has proved to be a fascinating—and confounding—artifact ...
Greek Reporter2d
Macedonian Gold Treasure Found in Corinth Unveils Ancient Secrets
The discovery of Macedonian gold treasure in ancient Corinth stands as one of Greek archaeology's greatest moments.
Rare Roman gold coins discovered in Luxembourg
A team of archaeologists recently discovered a hoard of 141 Roman gold coins dating back to around the Fourth Century CE in ...
Numismatic News3d
A Miracle Hoard: 2,100-Year-Old Coins Unearthed in Jordan Valley During Hanukkah
Archaeologists uncover 160 ancient Hasmonean-era coins, shedding light on Jewish history and tradition.