Saed News: A beet farmer in the Czech Republic unexpectedly discovered a crumpled gold sheet on his land. After examining the artifact, archaeologists concluded that the uncovered treasure is likely the front part of a leather belt dating back to the Bronze Age, around 2,500 years ago.
According to the Society Service of Saed News, quoting Fararu, over the centuries, humans have transformed gold and silver into jewelry, coins, and other dazzling items. Some of these precious shiny objects were buried with the deceased, while others have been lost over time.
Get acquainted with the most mysterious treasures discovered in 2022, some of which date back thousands of years.
Viking Ring
When a woman in Norway bought a package of cheap jewelry in an online auction, she expected nothing more than a few fun clothes to wear. Instead, upon receiving the package, she discovered a large golden Viking ring made of twisted metal strands.
The Norwegian woman showed the ring to archaeologists, who dated the ancient artifact based on its style. According to experts, the ring likely belonged to one of the powerful Viking rulers around a thousand years ago.
Discovery of a Hoard of Ancient Coins During Kitchen Renovation
A routine kitchen renovation led to the discovery of a treasure trove of gold coins buried beneath the wooden floorboards of an 18th-century house in Britain. The hoard includes 260 gold coins dating from 1610 to 1727 AD, with an estimated value of around $290,000.
Golden Burial Mask
The 3,000-year-old tomb of a noble in what is now central China was found containing a rich treasure, including a burial mask that is one of the oldest golden objects discovered in the region. Researchers say the mask is large enough to cover an adult’s face and may have been created as a symbol for the incorruptible golden body of the deceased.
Gold and Garnet Necklace
The tomb of a high-ranking woman buried during the 7th century in England was discovered along with a stunning necklace made of gold, garnet stones, and Roman coin pendants. The burial site included two remarkable crosses, indicating that this medieval person was probably one of the earliest female Christian leaders.
Discovery of Ancient Gold Belt in Beet Farm
A beet farmer in the Czech Republic unexpectedly discovered a crumpled gold sheet on his land. After examining the artifact, archaeologists concluded that the treasure is likely the front part of a leather belt dating back to the Bronze Age, around 2,500 years ago.
According to archaeologists, the concentric circles decorated on the gold sheet may symbolize cosmic order. It is unclear who the belt belonged to, but it undoubtedly belonged to a high-ranking individual.
