A Metal Detectorist Found a Bunch of Ancient Gold Coins. It Turned Out to Be ‘Devil’s Money’
A metal detectorist discovered ancient gold coins in the Netherlands that turned out to be a cult ritual offering. Experts believe the money left at the location was “devil’s money,” an offering to ...
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7th-Century Germanic Pagans Used “Devil’s Money” in Occult Rituals
The coins originated from various regions, including those minted by Madelinus, a moneyer from the Frisian trading hub of ...
Almost 800 years of pomp and circumstance ensures the quality of Britain's currency
Judges in red robes and white gloves convened Tuesday in the ornate livery hall of London's Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths for an ancient tradition dating back to the 12th century to certify Britain ...
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A history of faith and devotion: Jordan’s Christian heritage on display in Rome
Some of the earliest evidence of Christian communities in Jordan is found in spiritually infused artistry dating from the third to the 19th centuries, serving as creative expressions of faith and ...
Archaeological excavation in Migdal, Ashkelon reveals Black Gaza Ware, remains from Roman to Ottoma
"What makes this excavation particularly interesting is that we can trace the continuous development of urban life in this ...
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Archaeologists Prepare for Extensive Excavations in Ancient Sebastopolis
Archaeologists from Ondokuz Mayıs University are embarking on a significant excavation project to uncover the ancient city of ...