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THE SUTTON HOO WAS DISCOVERED BACK IN 1983. IT WAS A FUNERAL MONUMENT ON A 27M LONG SHIP WITH A BURIAL CHAMBER FILLED WITH RICHES GLEAMING GOLD. THERE WERE VESSELS MEANT FOR FEASTING, LUXURIOUS HANGING BOWLS, SILVERWARE FROM BYZANTIUM, DELUXE TEXTILES, AND GOLD DRESS ACCESORIES SET WITH SRI LANKAN GARNETS AND THE VERY WELL-KNOWN HELMET WITH A FACE-MASK OF SOME SORT.

IT UNEARTHED ADVANCED CRAFTMANSHIP, INTERESTING TRADE CONNECTIONS, AND A RICH CULTURE. CONTRASTING WHAT WAS PREVIOUSLY THOUGHT OF THE PERIOD.

It is dated to the 6-7 centuries.

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The Tamam Shud Case and the Somerton Man's Book

Although you can see a man here (I couldn't find the paper), this man was concluded as Carl Webb, a Russian spy, but before identifying this man, he had no id, no wallet, nothing, just a well dressed man casually found dead in Somerton Beach, near Adelaide, South Australia, in December 1, 1948, already very bizarre, but what's even fascinating is that this man had something in his pockets. It was a torn page of the book Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam, specifically, a famous Persian book. It was labeled, Tamam Shud, which is the last page of the book, and in that page were handwritten codes which is largely unsolved, even today.

What make this important in history is that this handwritten code could have something that could change history possibly forever. After solving this mystery, one of Australia's biggest ever case.

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A carved wooden head from Aitutaki in the Cook Islands. It has big eyes. A flat nose, and a serious face. Made by Polynesians Islanders using wood and natural materials, it represents spirits, god, or honored ancestor and was believed to have spiritual power called mana. People used it in ceremonies to ask for protection and blessings. Today, it can be seen in museums like the British museum and Te Papa. It shows how important the face is in Polynesian.

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Machu Picchu, one of the most visited archaeological sites on the planet, is a 15th-century Inca site perched high on a mountainside in Peru. In 1911, the late Hiram Bingham III, a Yale University professor, rediscovered the site. Until then, the ancient ruins had escaped the notice of Spanish conquistadors and settlers. Many archaeologists believe Machu Picchu was once the royal estate of Pachacuti Inca Yupanqui, an Inca ruler from the 14th century.

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The Voynich Manuscript is a codex written with an undecipherable script. It was said to have been created in the early 15th century, likely in Italy. The manuscript includes many illustrations of botany, astronomy, and other diagrams that have yet to be deciphered. Many speculations among cryptographers and scholars have been made, but it’s assumed for there to not be a clear decipher for the manuscript.

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the colossal heads of the Olmec civilization are much older and just as impressive. its importance of it is it shows what they believe

and there cutlere civilization and a piece of the puzzle

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The Bust of Nefertiti is a painted stucco-coated limestone bust of the ancient Egyptian queen Nefertiti to be from around 1345 BCE. The Bust of Nefertiti was discovered on December 6, 1912, in Amarna, Egypt, during excavations led by German archaeologist Ludwig Borchardt. It is now housed in the Neues Museum in Berlin, specifically in the North Dome Room. The artifact is considered a masterpiece of ancient Egyptian art and a symbol of beauty and power.

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These figures are known as gods or rice deities, called the Bulul, they're believed to protect crops especially rice crops from pests and ensure a bountiful harvest. They are typically carved in pairs, representing male and female figures to also represent fertility and abundance, and also they're believed to be dwellings for the spirits of ancestors. These figures represent their deep connection to the land, their ancestors, and their crops.

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Neolithic chalk drums, like the Folkton and Lavant drums were discovered in the late 19th and 20th centuries with the Folkton drums found in 1889 and the Lavant drum in 1993. The term "Neolithic chalk drums" typically refers to artifacts found in Europe, particularly in the UK, dating back to the Neolithic period (roughly 4000 to 2000 BCE). These drums, carved from chalk, are unique artifacts believed to have been used for ceremonial or symbolic purposes, possibly related to measurement or status.

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The Folkton Drums, North Yorkshire_ Neolithic…

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The United States Declaration of Independence. The declaration of Independence, was the unanimous declaration of Independence of the United states of America on July 4, 1776, it was adopted by the Second Continental Congress, The declaration explained why the thirteen colonies regarded themselves as sovereign, no longer subjected to British rule. Why it is still important today: The Declaration of Independence still stands today as one of the world's most important human artifacts. On July 4, 1776, It was adopted by the Second Continental Congress. The Declaration of Independence was crucial because it severed ties with the British and their control. Allowing the newly independent states to form alliances, trade, etc. It articulated the basic principles of equality and inviolable rights. Which still shapes American culture to this day. The newly independent states, now able to freely determine their own future, can now pursue their interests and goals without British rule and interference. To this day, the Declaration of Independence of the United States of America is one of the world's most important artifacts ever made.

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The Benin Bronzes are a collection of thousands of metal plaques and sculptures that once adorned the royal palace of the kingdom of Benin, located in present day Nigeria. These artworks, primarily created from the 15th to the 19th century, are significant for their artistic value and historical importance as they depict the kingdom's rulers, court life, and interactions with other societies.

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King Tut's mask, also known as the Mask of Tutankhamun, is a renowned funerary mask of the ancient Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun. its purpose of it is it shows king tuts royalty. it was found in Egypt. its importance in history is it shows that the people and the civilization and its culture

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The Laguna Copper Plate Inscription is an ancient document on a copper plate dating back to 900 CE. Discovered in 1989 near the Lumbang river in the Philippines, it is one of the oldest written document in the Philippines and provides valuable insights into early Philippine society, governance and writing system

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The Book of Kells is a richly decorated manuscript of the four Gospels of the Bible. It was made in Ireland around 800 AD and later found at the Abbey of Kells. It is important today because it shows the amazing art and faith of early medieval monks and is a treasure of Irish culture and history.

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Terracota Warriors

The Terracotta Warriors are a collection of life-sized clay soldiers that were buried with China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, over 2,000 years ago. Discovered in 1974 near Xi’an, these figures were created to guard the emperor in the afterlife. The army includes thousands of soldiers, horses, and chariots, each with unique facial features and detailed armor. This archaeological wonder gives us a glimpse into ancient Chinese history, military practices, and artistry during the Qin Dynasty.

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The Last Supper | Found in and painted : The Refectory of the Santa Maria delle Grazie Monastery | Made in : 1495–1498 The last supper is a very famous painting by Leonardo Da Vinci, its a religious and symbolic, this is a painting presenting the Supper of Jesus (The son of God in Beliefs) With his 12 disciples or the apostles. The last supper shows da vinci's knowledge in christian theology, and shows his knowledge in painting, showing why most of his paintings is popular like the mona lisa, salvator mundi, virigin of the rocks etc.

I chose this Because this was a religious painting, and i myself believe in God and born catholic.

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The Antikythera Mechanism, discovered in 1901 in a shipwreck off the coast of Antikythera, Greece, is a complex ancient Greek device dating back to the 1st century BCE. Its intricate system of gears and dials was used to predict astronomical events, such as eclipses and the movements of planets. Often called the world's oldest known analog computer, its sophisticated design and functionality remain remarkable and continue to fascinate scientists and historians. The mechanism's significance lies in its demonstration of advanced ancient Greek knowledge of astronomy and engineering, far surpassing what was previously believed possible during that era. Its complex workings are still being studied and deciphered.

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manunggul jar, found in manunggul cave in lipuun point, palawan, philippines, found in 1964. its important to history because it provides significant insights into the cultural and spiritual beliefs of early filipinos.

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The moai statues are monolithic human figures carved from volcanic rock. They were located at Rapa Nui, a Chilean island, and found in 1772 by Dutch explorer Jacob Roggeveen. They symbolized status, power, and religious authority. It is said to embody the spirits of ancestors. Their significance is linked to the history, culture, and beliefs of the Rapa Nui people.

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The Nebra Sky Disk was unearthed by a group of treasure hunters using a metal detector around July 1999. It was found at the Mittelberg hill, near the town of Nebra in the Ziegelroda Forest. (SIDE NOTE: It was illegally excavated.)

The disk shows the crescent moon, a sun or full moon, three arcs, and 23 stars scattered around at random. X-rays have reportedly revealed two more stars underneath the gold of the right arc. The Nebra Sky Disk is approximately 3600 years old, which means it was made around 1600 BCE. 1600 BCE was the European Bronze Age. The disk is said to have a 32cm diameter.

The Nebra Sky Disk shows that Bronze Age people tracked lunar and solar positions. The disk might have been used to synchronize solar and lunar calendars, something probably thought beyond the Bronze Age people’s capability!

Stuff that I'd like to add (TW: informal)

When it was first unearthed by the treasure hunters, the artifact was sold off of the black market.. :/

In 2002, the Swiss police with the German authorities, recovered the disk during a sting operation, yippeeee!

It is worth (estimated) $11.. MILLION, YES, 11 MILLION DOLLARS, US DOLLARS.

It is currently held in the State Museum of Prehistory in Halle, Saxony-Anhalt, Germany.

It supposedly has a missing pair, the pair of the Nebra Sky Disk is out there somewhere, waiting to be found. (Don't even try to go treasure hunting thinking you'll find it, again it's ILLEGAL, probably.)

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The Cyrus Cylinder is a very old and important clay artifact. It looks like a small, round barrel and has special writing all over it. This cylinder was made a long, long time ago, around 539 BCE, by a powerful king named Cyrus the Great from Persia.

The writing on it tells how King Cyrus took over the city of Babylon. What makes it special is that it says he let people who were forced to leave their homes go back. He also said he would respect their religions and ways of life. Many people believe this shows some of the first ideas about human rights in history. You can see this amazing piece of history at the British Museum today.

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The mask of tutankhamun was discovered in 1922 by archaeologist howard carter during his excavation in the valley of the kings. it dates back to 3000 years ago.

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The Rosetta Stone

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The Great Sphinx of Giza is a massive limestone statue depicting a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human, likely a pharaoh. It stands on the Giza Plateau in Egypt, near the pyramids, and is one of the largest and oldest monumental sculptures in the world. What interests me is that the statue must depict something. Because most statues are always based on something. It's important because of the huge lead it gives on the lives of these people.

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This is a ritual mask from the Maasai Civilization in modern day Tanzania. This is one of the ritual masks. The Maasai are talented in beadworks,spears and wooden clubs known as Rungu. They have been found in the Olduvai Gorge or in English “Cradle of Mankind”

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Dead Sea Scrolls

Found in caves near Qumran on the northwest shore of the Dead Sea primarily between 1947-1956

3rd century BCE to 1st century CE

includes biblical texts, sectarian documents, and other writings

These texts offer very important insights for Christians, Jews, and maybe Muslims

EDIT: contains copies of old testament books except for Esther, with books like Exodus, Daniel, and Samuel represented in different versions

EDIT 2: Oldest known copies of many biblical texts. contains commentary on books like Habakkuk Commentary, which interprets the prophets Habakkuk' words in light of the situation. The scroll also contain legal texts dealing with ritual purity, temple service, civil matters, ethical behavior, etc.

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The Venus of Willendorf is a small limestone figurine about 4 inches tall, discovered in 1908 in Willendorf, Austria. It dates back to around 25,000 BCE, from the Upper Paleolithic period, and was made by early hunter-gatherers in Europe. It shows a woman with exaggerated features, possibly linked to fertility or motherhood. This artifact is one of the earliest examples of human art. It gives insight into what early people valued—like fertility, survival, and perhaps spiritual beliefs—long before written history began.

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Activity: Unearthing the Past: A Digital Artifact Gallery

Instructions:

1. Research at least one famous artifact discovered anywhere in the world. It can be from ancient civilizations, archaeological sites, or historical collections.

2. Choose an artifact that interests you or that you find meaningful.

3. Before posting, check the Padlet to make sure no one else has already chosen the same artifact. Each student must feature a unique artifact—no repeats allowed.

4. Upload the following details to our Padlet wall:

📌 Name of the artifact

🖼️ Image of the artifact

📝 Brief description (What is it? When and where was it found?)

🌍 Significance (Why is it important to history or culture?)

Use reliable sources such as museum websites, online archives, or educational platforms. Keep your entry clear, concise, and accurate.