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Rare First Temple Clay Seal Unearthed in Jerusalem

"The seal supports the biblical record of there being a governor of Jerusalem during the period."

Hiker Discovers Ancient Assyrian Scarab Amulet in Lower Galilee

The beautiful scarab was found at the foot of Tel Reches, one of the most important tels (hills) in the north of the country.

Soldiers Discover 1,500-Year-Old Candle in Gaza Envelope Troops Staging Area

"The war creates extraordinary situations on the archaeological front as well."

Archaeologists Uncover Earliest Evidence of Organized Warfare in Israel and the Levant

The research revealed that the hundreds of sling stones were almost identical.

Archaeologists Discover 2,300 Years Old Tomb of a Courtesan in Jerusalem

The absence of a settlement near the burial cave suggests that this tomb likely belongs to a woman who accompanied a senior official and was buried on the roadside.

5,500-Year-Old Gate Uncovered in Kiryat Gat

The earliest gate that was known to date was found in Tel Arad, an estimated 300 years later than the Tel Erani gate.

Rare Great Revolt-Era Half-Shekel Found in Judean Desert

The words "Holy Jerusalem" are inscribed in ancient Hebrew script on one side of the 2,000-year-old silver coin.

Report: Israeli Antiquities Among Items Found at Mar-a-Lago

The Antiquities Authority loaned the lamps to the White House in 2019 ahead of a Hanukkah party.

Israeli Hands IAA 1700-Year-Old Anchor as Part of Amnesty Operation

One of the most important rules when it comes to discoveries at sea is to leave the find in place.

Rare 2,000-Yr-Old Coin Minted by Mattathias Antigonus Seized in Eastern Jerusalem Raid

Matatthias minted bronze coins in three denominations: large, medium and small. The seized coin is of medium value, and is rarer than the large value.

2,000-Year-Old Receipt Uncovered in the City of David

The researchers believe "the everyday life of the inhabitants of Jerusalem who resided here 2,000 years ago is expressed in this simple object."

Suspects Caught Red-Handed Trying to Rob 2,000-Year-Old Archaeological Site in Northern Israel

Fortunately, the caves, which are among the largest in the area, were not damaged during the recent robbery incidents.

2,200-Year-Old Greek Sling Lead Bullet with Magical Inscription Discovered in Yavne

"The inscriptions were part of psychological warfare, the main purpose of which was to terrorize the opponent."

New Section of Imperial Roman Highway from Acre to Tiberias Uncovered

As its need was growing to quickly move military forces, mail, and goods, the Roman Empire started paving roads in and around the Land of Israel.

Graffiti Left by Swiss Knight in 1466 Discovered on Mount Zion

Researchers were not able to determine whether it was the father or the son who defaced the wall.

Study Reveals Evidence Eretz Israel Was World’s Earliest Opium Den

Opium residue was found in pottery vessels excavated at Tel Yehud, dating back to the 14th century BCE.

Pharaoh Rameses II Era Burial Cave Found in Palmahim National Park

Once it had been discovered, the burial cave was disturbed by looters who stole some vessels.

Manhattan DA Returns 69 C.E. Silver Quarter Shekel Stolen by PA Arabs

"The Palestinians are working at the UN to hide the history of our people and erase our connection to the Land of Israel."

First-Temple Period Decorated Ivories Found in City of David

The ivories will be on display next Tuesday, September 13, at the 23rd Conference of the City of David Studies of Ancient Jerusalem.

1,200-Year-Old Splendid Rural Estate Discovered in Negev Bedouin City

"Our biggest surprise was the discovery of an opening below the vaulted rooms, that led into a deep rock-hewn cistern."

Gorgeous 4th Century Roman Sarcophagi Go on Display in Ashkelon

The lid of one sarcophagus features a couple without identifying details, and the final carving of the faces was intended to be based on the faces of future customers.

Archaeologists Identify Location of Roman Ballista that Penetrated Jerusalem’s Wall in 70 CE

The exposed Roman arsenal includes hundreds of ballista stones that were launched using sophisticated machines to a distance of 100–400 yards.

IDF Soldiers Uncover 1500-Year-Old Convent with Mosaic Floor in Military Fire Zone

The Byzantine convent was first excavated twenty years ago and was later covered up to protect it.

Stunning 1700-Year-Old Mosaic Opens in Lod at Shelby White and Leon Levy Mosaic Archaeological...

The Lod Mosaic features, in detail, mammals, birds, fish, plant species and even vessels. Its design is influenced by the mosaics of North Africa.

Raid of Modiin Antiquities Dealer Recovers 1000s of Looted Coins and Rings

The IAA inspectors identified fresh soil on some of the coins and other objects, suggesting they had recently been removed from illegal excavations.

Stolen Ancient Coins, Magical Artifacts, and Weapons Seized in Raid on Jerusalem Home

Hundreds of ancient finds, including rare bone and ivory artifacts from the biblical period, were seized.

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