The Berliner Goldhut; a late Bronze Age ceremonial hat, and one of the four similar artifacts found in central Europe. From S. Germany or Switzerland, & dated to 1000 – 800 BCE ca; its symbols may possibly represent a lunisolar calendar. Now in the Neues Museum, Berlin, nr. IIc 6068 [2125 x 3072]May 20, 2025
A 3,200-year-old skeleton of woman have been discovered in the northern Iranian city of Babol. Several pottery jars dating back to the Iron Age have also been found alongside it. [700×525]May 20, 2025
Terracotta vessels used for medicinal heat therapy. Roman period (1st cent. BC – 1st cent. AD). Archaeological Museum in Nicosia, Cyprus [407×1024]May 20, 2025
Flemish Ornamental Basin circa 1620. The multi-part decoration of cameos, pearls, and precious stones, as well as the newly established enamel painting technique, determine the rich appearance of many such works [1270×1331]May 20, 2025
Abuna Yemata Guh is a monolithic church located in Tigray, Ethiopia. It is situated at a height of 2,580 metres and has to be climbed on foot to reach. It is notable for its spectacular location, architecture and dome dating back to the 6th century, and 15th century wall paintings [1920×2723]May 20, 2025
Gold letter with 24 rubies sent to King George II, who couldn’t read it and didn’t respond. Its contents were unclear until 2009, when a three-year translation effort revealed it to be a trade proposal sent by King Alaungpaya of Burma. Myanmar, Konbaung Dynasty, May 7th, 1756 [4200×4060]May 20, 2025
Turquoise armband, 700–1450 CE placed in a cave in the Hueco Mountains near El Paso Courtesy Texas Archeological Research Lab, The University of Texas at Austin.[1284×878]May 20, 2025
German Pendant in Pearl,gold and enamel late 16th century. [1211x 1907] Wallace Collection Museum London.May 20, 2025
