Imagine being a metal detector searching a field and discovering two beautiful 1400 years old golden objects. It must be a thrill. Especially if one of the items is a stylized raven head in typical Anglo-Saxon style. Below is a drawing of this find, which you can see in all its splendor in this article. … Continue reading Beautiful 1400 year old golden raven head found in England
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Gold steals the show at Bronze Age exhibition
The Rijksmuseum van Oudheiden (RMO, National Museum of Antiquities) in Leiden is a must for everyone who loves ancient history and archaeology. It gives a great overview of the Western canon, from Prehistory via Egypt, the Middle East and Greece, to the late Roman era. I feel, but am not sure, that there is a … Continue reading Gold steals the show at Bronze Age exhibition
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