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10/04/2025

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Towering above the visitor in this photograph are the monumental bronze doors of the Pantheon in Rome, Italy. Dating back to around 120 CE during the reign of Emperor Hadrian, these doors once served as the grand entrance to the temple dedicated to all Roman gods. Standing over 7 meters tall and weighing several tons, they are among the largest surviving ancient bronze doors in the world. Their scale and craftsmanship reflect both the engineering genius and the spiritual ambition of the Roman Empire. Today, as one stands dwarfed by their immense height, the feeling is humbling—a reminder of how the Romans sought to inspire awe in both gods and mortals alike.

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09/24/2025

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📸 This skull, pierced by an iron nail, belonged to a young man, between 16 and 18 years old, who died in the late third or early second century BC.

We're in the Iberian town of Ullastret, located in the Baix Emporda region of Catalonia, home to the largest Iberian settlement in Catalonia dating to around 550 BC.

Here, in the Iron Age, the heads of defeated enemies would be prepared and publically displayed alongside seized weapons.

This ritual custom reaffirmed the powers of the leaders. It was common in Celtic cultures that head trophies were hung from the backs of horses or displayed in front of houses of victorious warriors.

The inhabitants of Ullastret were the Indiketes, an ancient Iberian people who spoke the Iberian language.

In 218 BC they were conquered by Rome during the Roman conquest of Hispania. They rebelled in 195 BC only to be crushed by the consul Marcus Porcious Cato.

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09/15/2025

The image shows a colossal Lamassu, an Assyrian protective deity with the body of a bull or lion, wings of an eagle, and the head of a human. This particular sculpture originates from the ancient Neo-Assyrian Empire, likely from the city of Nineveh or Dur-Sharrukin (modern-day Iraq), dating back to the reign of King Sargon II in the 8th century BCE. Lamassu figures were commonly placed at palace gates and city entrances to symbolize divine protection and royal power.

The photograph captures the excavation of the Lamassu, still partly embedded in its original archaeological context. Despite damage to the head and upper section, the intricate details of the beard, feathers, and muscular body remain strikingly well-preserved. The discovery reflects the enduring craftsmanship of Assyrian stone carving and the significance of guardian figures in Mesopotamian culture. Finds like this have been uncovered during modern archaeological missions, often after being buried for millennia under layers of soil, helping scholars piece together the grandeur of Assyrian art and architecture.

09/14/2025

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09/13/2025

This image shows the Sutton Hoo sword, a ceremonial weapon discovered in the famous Anglo-Saxon burial site at Sutton Hoo in Suffolk, England. The burial is dated to the early 7th century CE and is believed to have belonged to an Anglo-Saxon king, possibly Rædwald of East Anglia. The site, excavated in 1939, revealed one of the most significant archaeological treasures in British history, shedding light on the wealth and artistry of early medieval England.

In the photo, the corroded blade of the sword lies preserved, while its hilt and fittings display intricate gold and garnet inlays crafted in the style of Anglo-Saxon metalwork. Although the iron blade has deteriorated over the centuries, the ornate handle reflects the high status of its owner. Today, this artifact is displayed in the British Museum, where it stands as a symbol of Anglo-Saxon craftsmanship, warfare, and royal power.

09/12/2025

In the early 1960s, a team of archaeologists were met with skepticism from locals when they attempted to excavate a 7th-century Byzantine vessel off the coast of Türkiye (Turkey). Facing ridicule and working at the limits of their equipment, they developed pioneering techniques and revolutionized underwater archaeology, helping launch it as a legitimate field of science.

Discover how a team of young archaeologists helped revolutionize a new field of study underwater: https://on.natgeo.com/4m8KnmP

09/12/2025

The image depicts artifacts and remains from the Bronze Age, dating roughly between 3300 BCE and 1200 BCE, depending on the region. This era is characterized by the widespread use of bronze for tools, weapons, and ornaments. The specific find shown here is believed to be from Europe, where Bronze Age communities developed advanced metalworking skills and left behind evidence of warfare, trade, and ritual practices.

The top part of the image shows a bronze arrowhead lodged in a human skull, a grim reminder of ancient conflict and violence. Below, a gloved hand carefully holds an arrowhead artifact, emphasizing its preservation and study in a laboratory. To the right, an assortment of Bronze Age tools, weapons, and decorative objects is displayed, including spearheads, axes, sickles, and a shield ornament. These artifacts not only highlight the technological advancements of the time but also reveal insights into the daily life, survival, and warfare of Bronze Age societies.

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