Historic Sites - Page 18

August 14

2,000-year-old Jewish rebel coin, minted decades after Jesus, unearthed in Jerusalem

Archaeologists recently uncovered a bronze coin inscribed 'For the Redemption of Zion' near Jerusalem's Temple Mount, created by Jewish rebels in the fourth year of their revolt against Rome.

August 12

Researchers discover 2,500-year-old honey residue in ancient bronze jars

Experts identified a preserved honey residue in sealed bronze jars from an ancient Greek settlement. Researcher Luciana Carvalho spoke to Fox News Digital about the 2,500-year-old substance.

August 12

Archaeologists uncover ancient blade factory tied to major group in the Bible: 'Exceptional individuals'

Israeli archaeologists recently discovered the first Bronze Age blade factory found in southern Israel, showing evidence of complex Canaanite society 5,500 years ago.

August 11

Utility crews unearth two 1,000-year-old tombs beneath city street in single day: 'Feels so exciting'

Utility workers in Lima, Peru, uncovered two pre-Incan tombs during gas line construction, including one holding a 1,000-year-old Chancay skeleton buried with clay vessels.

August 10

Founding Father’s historic property in Boston tourist district hits market with one intriguing secret

A historic Revolutionary War-era home once owned by John Hancock is up for sale in downtown Boston's Blackstone Block, the last surviving property tied to the Founding Father in the city.

August 10

Rare biblical seal with ancient fingerprint found in debris from Jerusalem's Temple Mount

The Temple Mount Sifting Project recently uncovered a well-preserved biblical-era clay sealing with ancient Hebrew letters and clear fingerprint from a King Josiah-era official.

August 7

Angler expecting a fish pulls up rare 700-year-old sword: ‘Real treasures’

A fisherman in Poland reeled in a rare 700-year-old medieval sword from the Vistula River. An expert told Fox News Digital that it dates back to when Warsaw was founded.

August 3

Ancient Christian church reveals mysterious 1,600-year-old warning to nonbelievers: 'Only the righteous'

Archaeologists in Turkey recently uncovered an inscription near the entrance of a fifth-century Christian church in ancient Olympus. It has a message not seen in over 1,000 years.

August 1

Researchers accidentally discover Civil War-era shipwreck while exploring murky Midwest river

Wisconsin archaeologists accidentally discovered a Civil War-era shipwreck believed to be the L.W. Crane. The vessel was built in 1865 and sank in 1880 after catching fire.

July 31

Ancient Roman soldier's monthly paycheck unearthed in pristine condition in countryside

British officials recently unveiled 25 silver denarii found by a metal detectorist in Great Ellingham. An expert told Fox News Digital about the hoard, which dates back as early as the 160s.