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Rare 800-Year-Old Seals Found in Russia Identified as Belonging to Medieval Princess Maria
Two lead seals uncovered during rescue excavations in Vladimir, Russia, have been identified as belonging to Princess Maria Vsevolzhaya, a prominent woman in northeastern Rus’ before the Mongol invasion. Dated to the late 12th or early 13th century, the seals once secured documents that have not survived. Their identification suggests that Maria took part directly…
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Significant Historical Discovery in Tatarstan: Archaeological Complex from the Bulgar-Golden Horde Period Unearthed
During historical and cultural studies conducted in the Alekseevski municipal district of Tatarstan, an archaeological complex consisting of two burial grounds and a settlement from the Bulgar-Golden Horde period was discovered. This complex, comprising “Sakon Cemetery I,” “Sakon Cemetery II,” and “Sakonskoye Settlement IV,” offers a glimpse into the lives and burial practices of medieval…