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Introduction Europeans did not think we would find out about our black human species that inhabited Europe before the arrival of the Caucasians from the Caucasus Mountains in Central Asia .
A bronze compass, possibly used by one of history’s greatest astronomers, was recently uncovered during an archaeological dig in northern Poland. This rare find, made near the remains of a ...
As 'The Gilded Age' premieres its third season on HBO, Whitehall - the Flagler Museum - is a reminder of the Gilded Age in Palm Beach.
Archaeologists discovered 4,500-year-old baby rattles from Syria, revealing Bronze Age parenting practices in the Near East. The new research was recently published.
These 4,500-year-old rattles may be among the world’s oldest toys A new study argues that ancient rattles unearthed in Syria aren’t musical instruments, but toys used to entertain infants ...
HAMA, SYRIA—Bronze Age potters working in the city of Hama in current-day Syria appear to have sold more than just cups, bowels, and dishes 4,500 years ago—they apparently also sold children ...
Ancient instrument, modern beat A music influencer fuses pop and tradition by covering global hits on the guzheng, bringing Chinese culture to new audiences.
A newly published study reveals that archaeologists in Dahwa, Oman, discovered two unusual discs, identified as a rare 4,000-year-old musical instrument. It was buried in the ground.
Through chemical analysis, researchers confirmed the cymbals came from the Bronze Age and determined the copper used to make them had come from a mine in Oman roughly 100 miles away from Dahwa.
Bronze Age sites from the Middle East to South Asia contain written descriptions and artistic depictions of cymbal players. Cymbals often appear among other instruments, including drums, used at ...
A metal detectorist recently discovered not one, but two bronze and wood daggers that experts dated to over 3,000 years ago. Only the bronze portions of the instruments survived for so long buried ...
Experience the fascinating process of crafting temple bells using the traditional bronze casting method. Skilled artisans carefully blend metals, create intricate molds, and pour molten bronze to ...