6,000-Years-Old Ivory Vessel Discovered in Southern Israel
Further biomolecular analyses will establish where the ivory originated, based on the elephant's diet.
High School Student from Hod HaSharon Discovers 1600-Year-Old Oil Lamp
The oil lamp was likely produced in Petra, in Jordan, between the fourth and fifth centuries CE.
Hiding Complex that May Have Been Used in the Bar Kochba Revolt Unearthed near...
It is the most extensive hiding complex discovered to date in Galilee.
Coin Inscribed ‘Elazar the Priest’ Dated to Bar Kokhva’s Revolt Discovered in Judean Desert
The excavation will begin on March 11, 2024, and will last ten days. Registration and details on the Israel Antiquities Authority Website.
Second Temple Era Mysterious Stone Box Going on Display at Israel Museum
Archaeologist Nachman Avigad jokingly called the object 50 years ago a "nuts and seeds bowl," and the name stuck.
1,800-Year-Old Roman Legion Base Exposed at the Foot of Tel Megiddo
“A unique opportunity to uncover part of the full-scale Roman legionary base.”
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.
Rare 2,550-Year-Old Silver Sheqel Discovered in the Judean Hills
The coin was discovered during road works of the Netivei Israel National Transport Infrastructure Company.
IDF Reservists Discover Ancient Wheat Mortar in Gaza
“We were excited to suddenly receive a greeting from the past and deal with good news for a change.”
Israeli Researchers Use Earth’s Magnetic Field to Verify Biblical Battle of Gath
New technology interprets archaeological findings from biblical times.
Soldiers Discover 1,500-Year-Old Candle in Gaza Envelope Troops Staging Area
"The war creates extraordinary situations on the archaeological front as well."
Ancient Roof Tiles Associated with King Antiochus’s Rule Discovered in City of David
During a military expedition to Jerusalem in 168 BCE, Antiochus IV erected the Acra fortress either on or just outside the Temple Mount.
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 Help IDF Identify Burnt Remains in Gaza Envelope
Since the beginning of the scans, the archaeologists’ labor has led to the certain identification of at least ten perished individuals who were considered missing.
Palestinian Authority Uses Illegal Construction, UNESCO, to Wage War on Israeli Heritage Sites
“The main goal of the Palestinian Authority is forcing [people] to forget the heritage."
Magical Artifacts Unearthed in Eilat Mountains
On the road to Mecca in Saudi Arabia, one could stop to consult a professional sorcerer.
Judean Desert Sensation: Cache of Weapons from Roman Period Stashed in a Cave
"This time, thanks to the national project initiated by the IAA, we managed to beat the looters and preserve these fascinating finds."
Archaeologists Stymied by King Jehoash and Amaziah’s Mysterious Jerusalem Canals
"The mystery only thickened when we found the second facility to the south."
Longest Section of Jerusalem’s Upper Aqueduct Revealed at Givat HaMatos
The length of the section is about 300 meters, and it was uncovered in the excavations ahead of the neighborhood’s expansion.
Ancient Aqueduct Arch Collapsed on Caesarea’s Beach
"Luckily, no bathers were killed here."
Intact 3,800-Year-Old Mudbrick Passageway with Supported Vault Discovered in Jezreel Valley
“Tel Shimron National Park is a time capsule capturing 5,000 years of captivating history in the heart of the Jezreel Valley."
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.
Incense from Sheba for Solomon’s Temple: JJAR Posts 4 Fascinating Articles on Judean Kingdom’s...
The Jerusalem Journal of Archaeology has published Volume 4 on the archaeology of Jerusalem.
Haifa U Study Identifies Large Scarlet Production Center that Likely Supplied Solomon’s Sanctuary
Tel Shiqmona is the Largest known factory producing purple dye in the Iron Age.
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.
Hebrew U Archaeologists Discover Ancient Tiny Flutes that Imitate Predatory Bird Calls
“If the flutes were used for hunting, then this is the earliest evidence of the use of sound in hunting."
Jerusalem Police Uncover Stolen Stamped Roman Legion Bricks in the Trunk of a Car
The 10th Legion participated in the suppression of the Bar Kochba rebellion between the years 132-135, and suffered heavy losses.
Bar Kochba Era Sarcophagi Uncovered in Vandalized Galilee Cave
Damaging antiquities is a criminal offense in Israel, punishable by five years in prison.
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."
Shipwrecked 1,800 Years Ago, Enormous Cargo of Marble Artifacts Uncovered North of Netanya
The ship was wrecked in a storm in the shallow waters, and dropped anchor in a desperate effort to prevent the ship from grounding.
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