A study of 16 Medieval manuscripts in Clairvaux Abbey in France found they were bound in a surprising material: sealskin.

Historians were surprised when analyses revealed Catholic monks used pinniped hides for the protective outer layer on some manuscripts, rather than skins from the local boars and deer ...

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Step into the fascinating world of crafting a wooden mace, a historical medieval weapon turned into a stunning showpiece. From shaping the raw wood to final detailing, witness every step of the ...