Irish Archaeologists Discover Remarkable 1200-year-old Brooch Pin
Irish archaeologists have unearthed a remarkable 8th-century brooch pin during excavation works along the route of the Adare bypass in County Limerick. This early medieval brooch pin, made of cast iron, measures just 12 cm in length and features blue glass settings and cast animal and abstract decorations. It was discovered by archaeologists working for
The Tărtăria Tablets, thought to represent the oldest known form of writing in Europe
Throughout history, humanity has developed various ways to communicate and record information. 1 In this context, the Tărtăria Tablets stand out as a significant archaeological find, thought to be one of Europe’s oldest known writing systems. Located in the Transylvania region of Romania, these tablets date back to around 5500 BC, shedding light on the
Roman Soldier Cemetery Found During Excavation of Football Pitch in Vienna
In the outskirts of Vienna, an unexpected mass grave unearthed during the renovation of a football field offers striking insights into the early periods of the Roman Empire. Archaeologists have revealed skeletal remains belonging to approximately 150 young men, dating back to the 1st century AD. This discovery is of great significance due to the