Mummified 18th century bodies give scientists clues about spread of TB
Scientists recently examined tissue samples from tuberculosis-infected bodies that were naturally mummified in a church crypt in Vac, Hungary. Researchers found that the tuberculosis that killed them…
The Great Sword of Dunvegan: A Legendary Tale of Scottish Medieval Craftsmanship
A Masterpiece of Highland Heritage In the heart of Scotland’s rugged Highlands stands an extraordinary piece of history – the great sword of Dunvegan. This magnificent claymore, stretching…
Uncovering the Mysteries of Atherosclerosis: Ancient Mummies Challenge Our Understanding
29 Th7 Atherosclerosis, the buildup of fatty deposits and plaque in the arteries, is a leading cause of death in the modern world. While often ᴀssociated with…
Dying to Live Forever: The Reasons behind Self-Mummification
Sunada Tetsu (1768-1829) was arguably the most famous individual who successfully mummified himself. Early in life, he was not religiously inclined. He loved a prosтιтute in Akagawa, Tsuruoka’s pleasure…
Earthquake in Ecuador Reveals Bizarre Burial of a Mummy in a Jar with a Little Mouse
On August 5, 1949, an earthquake struck the small town of Guano in Ecuador, causing buildings to crack open and crumble. The disaster led to the strange…
The Athenian Treasury at Delphi, in the 5th century BC and today.
Abstract Abstract This study makes a pair with the author’s “Framing the Gift: The Politics of the Siphnian Treasury at Delphi,” Classical Antiquity 20 (2001): 273–336. Like…
The world’s oldest toy dating back 7500 years is exhibited in Mardin, Turkey
The world’s oldest surviving toy, dating back to the Chalcolithic Period (5500–3000 BC), is a fascinating glimpse into the lives and creativity of ancient societies. This extraordinary…
Ancient Ink: Mummies and Their Amazing Tattoos
Tattoos have played a role in the lives of prehistoric and modern man alike. Societal status, art, religion, and medicine all create a tradition in tattoo design…
Mummies Found in Chile Did Not Let Harsh Life Conditions Get Them Down
Despite apparent episodes of food shortage, disease, violence, and severe weather conditions, it seems that, at least for some people, life in Chile between 500-1500 years ago…
2,500-Year-Old Tattooed Ice Princess Wears Fur to Go on Public Display at Next New Moon
By The Siberian Times reporter An ancient mummy preserved by permafrost is dressed up for her debut 21st century appearance despite calls for solemn reburial from native peoples….