2026-05-23T23:17:06Z https://njump.me Nina Willburger https://njump.me/npub1pt3gd9jk7admqtaqwkc5qqjh20am8a9q85aggq55lnq4tum4dr0q80jlq9 https://social.anoxinon.de/system/accounts/avatars/109/298/857/717/689/148/original/a2b2da59d413afc7.jpg https://social.anoxinon.de/system/accounts/avatars/109/298/857/717/689/148/original/a2b2da59d413afc7.jpg https://njump.me/nevent1qqsxrklll36sr5l9a98j34lcgk6wfv842t4syjcepcgkw4m2vmqkr0gzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du7an823 Two perforated altar reliefs from the Mithraeum at Mundelsheim. One depicts Sol, the sun god, with the radiant. The other shows Luna, the goddess of the moon, with the crescent. <br/><br/>In Roman times, they were illuminated from behind, creating a striking play of light and shadow that must have transformed the dark sanctuary into a dramatic stage.<br/><br/>Dating 2nd/3rd cantury AD.<br/><br/>📷 Landesmuseum Württemberg<br/><br/>#archaeology #romanarchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/116/080/141/852/923/439/original/58670e2c8d67d3e6.jpg"> <br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/116/080/142/046/784/674/original/3f0e9f2981aad76e.jpg"> <br/> 2026-02-16T11:47:11Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsqz9apa94ndftqt2en7lh4kr6fmry88ztm2n9sk8tj9t7fqe46k7gzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dur2k920 This is a marvelous example of whimsy and craftsmanship! A rare Greek askos, made in the shape of a lobster claw. Dating back to approximately 450 BC, the vessel was used to hold perfumed oil. 🦞<br/><br/>📷 Antikensammlung Kassel #archaeology <br/><br/>🏺<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/116/073/816/708/850/139/original/bee3cbb15ffd7893.jpg"> <br/> 2026-02-15T08:58:28Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs9kvn7hz9hhyvu5jlynk07y2mlntq0uwsmzuxkflc3xka72sa7hugzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du63d58h We all need a a timeline cleanse! <br/><br/>A tiny #Egyptian #frog amulet, made of carnelian (height 0.9 cm). Because of their numerous offspring, #frogs were considered a symbol of fertility. Dating c. 1540-1296 BC, New Kingdom. <br/><br/>A lovely weekend to all of you<br/><br/>📷Cleveland Museum of Art<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/116/070/740/526/677/599/original/d1f7185704f0aa1a.jpg"> <br/> 2026-02-14T19:56:05Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs9t3rqya3csesv9az0dgl6wxwgd3u2fzdks3g9x7lk3q0v5rkhr2szyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45ducestud In the early medieval period, colorful glass beads were a mark of prestige and fashion. This striking necklace, comprising over 60 beads in vibrant reds, blues, yellows, and intricate patterns, was discovered in the burial of a woman at Bissingen, southwest Germany, dating 7th century.<br/>Handcrafted and traded across regions, these beads highlight her social status.<br/><br/>📷 Landesamt für Denkmalpflege/Y. Mühleis<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/116/057/414/521/020/560/original/aed03d47ccd8e5db.jpg"> <br/> 2026-02-12T11:27:12Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsx5hcv5q5y55mjj2u94zxl49sfq05f73225rd89c7lwf2sy8v5txgzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du4e6y3v A 15,000-year-old painted limestone, from the Hohle Fels Cave, Swabian Jura. The shapes of the dots are symmetrical and executed precisely. The accuracy indicates that the dot rows were painted using a tool or stamp. On display at our branch museum urmu, Blaubeuren <br/><br/>📷 me <br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/116/046/163/925/286/256/original/a5956877d6484828.jpg"> <br/> 2026-02-10T11:46:27Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsgc5d873jj0hstgvjf8nzajtj5uu8uq55k4r63q09hkx2a0s4uqhgzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duwj9tey Elephant bone finding in Spain may be from time of Hannibal&#39;s war against Rome.<br/><br/>A recent study suggests that a 2,200-year-old bone, which was discovered in 2020 near Córdoba, Spain, might have originated from one of Hannibal&#39;s war elephants during the Second Punic War.<br/><br/><a href="https://www.livescience.com/archaeology/romans/landmark-elephant-bone-finding-in-spain-may-be-from-time-of-hannibals-war-against-rome">https://www.livescience.com/archaeology/romans/landmark-elephant-bone-finding-in-spain-may-be-from-time-of-hannibals-war-against-rome</a><br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/116/028/553/970/458/117/original/43342ed42fd835e5.webp"> <br/> 2026-02-07T09:07:14Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs0fs54l2x5j3ru3u7fu9twe6zvmtyn49y9zaruv0zw0valzkkjtzqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duvyk8e5 For #ReliefWednesday a representation of Minerva, the #Roman goddess of wisdom, arts, crafts, and warfare. She&#39;s carrying the helmet, a lance and a shield. The deity is accompanied by an #owl, her sacred animal. <br/>Found in Burgstall an der Murr.<br/><br/>📷 Landesmuseum Württemnberg<br/><br/>🏺 #archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/116/011/176/559/339/467/original/c23d2c81572c68f9.jpg"> <br/> 2026-02-04T07:28:12Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs9v5483zlmuqe4c0233u2dsxs7g3xg4t674vm0csmn3p8qcqwr9sgzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45durl595r For #EpigraphyTuesday a Roman infantry helmet (Weisenau type) with an owner’s inscription formed by punched dots on the neck guard: the helmet belonged to Lucius Lucretius Celer, legionary in the centuria of Gaius Mummius Lolianus of the legio I adiutrix.<br/><br/>Found near Mainz in the River Rhine. Dating 1st century AD. <br/><br/>On dislpay at Germanisches Nationalmuseum Nürnberg<br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology #romansarchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/116/005/586/920/339/380/original/de1fcdde00b59760.jpg"> <br/> 2026-02-03T07:47:04Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqszkn39ezgkg348dmwgtvghdstwst2uawhx2t7ulmj62zwr50jtmaqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du80ul2f This one never gets old.<br/><br/>We all need a good laugh these days. 😆<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/994/644/559/596/692/original/dc9f418bcbf20dbb.jpg"> <br/> 2026-02-01T09:24:15Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsq64ecw0dw6s8csd6zylf8l6ghvq3mmmapdwnuydk7hktsvdnu8eszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duhaqgnr A #Roman bronze medicine box, with a sliding lid and separate compartments to store medical substances like herbs and mineral products.<br/>Found in Nida, present-day Frankfurt-Heddernheim, dating 2nd/3rd century AD. <br/>On display at Archäologisches Museum Frankfurt. <br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology <br/>#RomanArchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/979/330/738/353/445/original/b510e263eb4ad3f8.jpg"> <br/> 2026-01-29T16:30:06Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsq5szntqdqc2yy6r54u5kaajd5tna99r6zhv3y6y76nn99s0jahvgzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duc2rtkn New discovery: A wooden structure, identified as river bank protection, has been unearthed at the Roman harbor in Cologne.<br/><br/><a href="https://www.stadt-koeln.de/politik-und-verwaltung/presse/mitteilungen/28168/index.html">https://www.stadt-koeln.de/politik-und-verwaltung/presse/mitteilungen/28168/index.html</a><br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/974/830/994/873/125/original/7d6262611a4306b2.jpg"> <br/> 2026-01-28T21:24:46Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsv7tzpf9smv55ark82rpzrwyk3hugr3jl8dx048lpqyzz099x3nagzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du02ql4h Fascinating world of ancient #glass: One of my favourite #Roman objects made of glass is this little basket (height 6.5cm). It is not clear what it was used for, possibly to hold cosmetics.<br/><br/>From Syria, dating 3rd century AD. <br/><br/>On display at British Museum<br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/972/654/079/760/219/original/f66469393ec61446.jpg"> <br/> 2026-01-28T12:11:49Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqszstqrja3emu8axl9aswd9035ksjp67y73qke39lw9h20rzsvvspgzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dugc08gf Given the news, it seems appropriate to share this photograph once more. Feel free to share.<br/><br/>Hand of a gilded bronze statue of an Roman emperor.<br/><br/>From Kempten, 1st to 3rd c. AD<br/>On display at Archäologische Staatssammlung<br/><br/>📷 me<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/955/193/861/612/272/original/46ccf572d1c22e5f.jpg"> <br/> 2026-01-25T10:11:06Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqswtldy9n5ffvng85x2xhnny2aaev0cwkm7ky0m57dze5g2dp397lgzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duu9vwdu It has been quite a week! We all need a timeline cleanse.<br/><br/>Have a great weekend, everyone!<br/><br/>An Egyptian relief plaque with a face of an #owl 🦉.<br/><br/>The owl hieroglyph represents the sound m.<br/><br/>Late Period–Ptolemaic Period. From Egypt, 400–30 BC.<br/><br/>📷 Metropolitan Museum<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/949/275/803/516/983/original/8075fa94af7529ab.jpg"> <br/> 2026-01-24T09:06:01Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs84x8jffqy78z07pwfw9n7t7cg9uxx5avkqhlyt3tg2dpf334llnczyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duycexd4 This beautiful #Roman enamelled copper alloy flask in hexagonal shape was found in Welzheim. <br/>The small vessel was a product of a workshop in Britain or Gaul and was presumably used to hold perfume. <br/>Dating 2. century AD.<br/><br/>#Romanarchaeology #archaeology <br/><br/>📷 Archäologisches Landesmuseum Baden-Württemberg<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/943/855/546/137/368/original/3c3c67c875fc96b4.jpg"> <br/> 2026-01-23T10:07:36Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs2j685nct4l87vqv8wfvlnjj55ulm6pyzerkrj7nrq5f5r6la708szyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du7vrk0t Kids loved playing with toys in #Roman times too!<br/><br/>Some 1,800 years ago, a child in Cologne was buried with a terracotta horse with a rider on for wheels. It was definitely a beloved toy that the kid was also meant to play with in the afterlife.<br/><br/>📷 Römisch-Germanisches Museum Köln<br/><br/>#RomanArchaeology #archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/915/128/127/901/916/original/8517ef09857dca12.jpg"> <br/> 2026-01-18T08:22:01Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsrh7wjvz5r7wrlevjykfhhz05m5pqj5tf6wncmh5y7vt5dt3sg0dgzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dulc488g Weekend timeline cleanse! <br/><br/>A #Greek rhyton in the shape of a #dog&#39;s head. 🐕🐶<br/><br/>Vessels such as this were used in drinking parties. Since they didn&#39;t have a base, their contents had to be consumed before the vessel could be put down<br/><br/>Dating ca. 475 BC. <br/><br/>📷 Museo Nazionale Etrusco di Villa Giulia <br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/909/447/667/214/042/original/820779bd955957e6.jpg"> <br/> 2026-01-17T08:17:45Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqszhmmursr72wcea2fy7q6kzs9zxste5vckwwrwd34p4nz8ma4yvpszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duykxcmq Only few pieces of furniture from early medieval times have been preserved. Due to the water-logged condition of the area, many wooden objects such as this terrific chair made from maple and ash wood survived in a burial at Trossingen. <br/>Dating 580 AD.<br/><br/>📷 Archäologisches Landesmuseum Baden-Württemberg <br/><br/> #archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/900/327/745/752/089/original/e9c4d27a50f72bc3.jpg"> <br/> 2026-01-15T17:38:43Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsqxlde2zhgkl76xq97pzd0tde4c2wf7t9wmwrf6lckvpw6gl6c9pszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du9qxj7h During these challenging times, we could all benefit from a smile, so I would like to present the oldest smile in the world: the Mannetje van Willemstad (the little man from Willemstad, Netherlands). <br/>The #Mesolithic figurine, dating about 5400 BC, was carved in oak wood. Its intended purpose remains uncertain, prompting consideration of whether it served a ritualistic function or perhaps as a doll. <br/><br/>Height 12.5 cm.<br/><br/>On display at Rijksmuseum van Oudheden, Leiden.<br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/864/345/315/001/170/original/58397db8b3b8b741.jpg"> <br/> 2026-01-09T09:07:05Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs27q5pxz27fruz3ag2uzu8ky3n9pzld2qdgc6xfpnjf2f9vwupudqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duv26scl This one never gets old.<br/><br/>#Epiphany<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/847/123/943/736/959/original/b9b78d325a85ac3d.jpg"> <br/> 2026-01-06T08:07:30Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsy8hpqqe7zf45cwtyszns7g26p3tcshmxtmxtcwvtefm8p6gqrpkqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dulrtyxu For New Year’s Day a small #Roman #glass bottle in the shape of a date: Dates, figs, and honey were traditional Roman New Year&#39;s gifts. According to the poet Ovid, these items were believed to ensure that the coming months would be sweet ones. <br/><br/>HAPPY NEW YEAR to you all! 🍀<br/><br/>📷 me, taken in the Pompejanum Aschaffenburg<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/818/859/765/726/371/original/35601971aa8224a5.jpg"> <br/> 2026-01-01T08:19:43Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsp6flkm0ds8wyrp2a2psj6vrfnf3z746ppegymz30l0lzhlhugx9czyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dunlxqnu As 2026 approaches a happy new year&#39;s toast to you all with this marvellous 4th century Roman cage-cup, which bears an inscription, a toast that reads:<br/><br/>BIBE MULTIS ANNIS - Drink for many years! <br/><br/>Cheers and here&#39;s to a far better year in 2026! 🥂 <br/><br/>#NewYear2026 🍀<br/><br/>On display at Antikensammlung München<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/812/971/844/911/958/original/e32b2f28309df384.jpg"> <br/> 2025-12-31T07:22:11Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqst96unex6zu3fuy288g8ymf462fdqwpea56p76km4vxu85nsgstvgzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duvvy28u This funerary wreath is made of everlasting flowers (Helichrysum stoechas) and is more than 1,700 years old! <br/>It was found in a tomb of the #Roman period in Hawara/#Egypt and has survived due to Egypt&#39;s dry climate.<br/>Dating 2nd/3rd c. AD. <br/><br/>On display at British Museum<br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/807/525/045/836/265/original/f1853c496cc6312a.jpeg"> <br/> 2025-12-30T08:17:09Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsg7kdzah6s3wr3f9pnp63nlsfzmeannhyk4y4cngrwe3f6unakl7szyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dus7wjsk A Bronze Age horned helmet from Brøns Mose at Viksø, decorated with bosses and adorned with eyes and a beak. The helmet was found with an identical one in a bog. They were probably used at religious ceremonies. Later on, they were deposited in the bog as offerings.<br/><br/>On display at National Museum Copenhagen.<br/>Further information: <br/><br/><a href="https://en.natmus.dk/historical-knowledge/denmark/prehistoric-period-until-1050-ad/the-bronze-age/the-viksoe-helmets/">https://en.natmus.dk/historical-knowledge/denmark/prehistoric-period-until-1050-ad/the-bronze-age/the-viksoe-helmets/</a><br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/784/873/241/563/404/original/27fec3e38365c1fd.jpg"> <br/> 2025-12-26T08:17:31Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqswqh2t02t45n8rcxflls8fq8tfwghp0eeqgfru0jkyhta5cks9l9gzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du2zqgjf Happy #WinterSolstice! <br/><br/>Astronomical #winter starts today. It&#39;s the shortest day of the year in terms of daylight with the sun starting to set later each day until Summer Solstice.<br/>The mosaic depicts the dancing Genii (protective spirits) of the four seasons. The Genius of #winter is wrapped in a heavy cloak. <br/><br/>Dating 5th/6th c. AD.<br/>Found in the Domus dei Tappeti di Pietra/Ravenna<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/756/528/858/008/667/original/0e11657a2766ec28.jpg"> <br/> 2025-12-21T08:07:57Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsxz0nf2ww8u07z8gmkmesnyrcpc3scn9nsjvf37kdsmh8766rxfdszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dudvwt9p A charming #Egyptian figurine of a hedgehog, made of faience, dating ca 1900 BC, from Thebes, #Egypt. The Egyptians associated hedgehogs with rebirth. On display at Neues Museum Berlin <br/><br/>📷 me <br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/711/590/279/056/303/original/8fe7a3561e85b5db.jpg"> <br/> 2025-12-13T09:40:16Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsxqm78shkxpuz936jk3yg4glth5ls376tawpywdqeyd8wyq388pegzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du2cxypk For #FrescoFriday a #Roman wall painting from the Casa dei Cervi, Herculaneum, depicting Cupids playing hide and seek. I especially like the one who covers his eyes - some things haven&#39;t changed since Roman times! In Roman wall painting of the 1st c. AD, scenes depicting Cupid in everyday activities were very popular. The fresco dates 50/60 AD. Now at Museo Archeologico Nazionale.<br/><br/>📷 Egisto Sani <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/69716881@N02/8246684773/">https://www.flickr.com/photos/69716881@N02/8246684773/</a><br/><br/>#archaeology #RomanArchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/706/887/977/907/398/original/b7e3c5d397f4dca5.jpg"> <br/> 2025-12-12T13:44:26Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsruxkzf2afm8fcdcx0n2ttsdlrt6tyxafszahp2393tz4xvt7w0eczyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dufmkvv8 Moments in time captured in fired clay!<br/>Somewhere in a Roman brickyard, around 1800 years ago, a fresh tile was drying peacefully ahead of firing - until a small dog trotted straight across it. <br/>Centuries later, the tile has made it into a museum: not because of an emperor or a legion, but thanks to one dog who accidentally walked his way into history.<br/><br/>Found in Ladenburg, on display at Lobdengau-Museum.<br/><br/>📷me<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/648/692/744/614/405/original/120924ceaaf21465.jpg"> <br/> 2025-12-02T07:03:55Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsy05efhksgtgsk24gt36xz0an956yn9376q7jxxkhdhu7e08u37kgzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dude9d3e In reply to <a href='/nevent1qqsvskk3d8nr262844v0myvy7j6kffsrcl4jshzmx0qrgy0uw5xf79s5z6xvl'>nevent1q…6xvl</a><br/>_________________________<br/><br/>around 1800 years old 2025-11-30T18:18:45Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsvmcgenggh2g0mjuzvg9hypkxjer6djvspkla82j40eghusrdkdgszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duu894j3 A #Roman basket found in a well at the eastern fort at Welzheim. The damp environment has preserved it in a good condition. <br/><br/>On display at our branch museum Limesmuseum Aalen <br/> <br/>#RomanArchaeology #archaeology<br/><br/>📷 Archäologisches Landesmuseum Baden-Württemberg<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/638/613/521/600/405/original/01bf619ac7de11c9.jpg"> <br/> 2025-11-30T12:20:47Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsr708f235gu8ux85llx0u7ekywdtnvts32a3ltm02mlvywxqmv9wszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duf56fcd Things used in everyday life are the real archaeological treasures! These sewing #needles were made from animal bone some 15,000 years ago. Some designs simply don&#39;t need to be improved, because form and functions were perfectly matched from the start. Form follows function! <br/>Found in the Grotte du Placard à Vilhonneur (Charente). <br/><br/>Photo: RMNGP/MAN<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/632/251/553/264/120/original/dd890b574fb427b7.jpeg"> <br/> 2025-11-29T09:23:17Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsf3wuzq068yfjyst63c4tyaws4ue89vzdhwk0532zcgmc9mgjd0uszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dum3s3me Neolithic flint dagger blades from various sites around Lake Constance. The wooden handles have not survived. The flint material was sourced from the Southern Alpine region, highlighting early trade networks and cultural connections between the Alpine Foreland and the Southern Alps during the Neolithic period. These daggers represent the skilled craftsmanship and wide-ranging interactions of prehistoric communities.<br/><br/>📷 Archäologisches Landesmuseum Baden-Württemberg<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/620/593/713/403/005/original/ec52913feb07eae9.png"> <br/> 2025-11-27T07:57:54Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsqze2kl8lf59mmyk4mcrgkecc6wvk3t6rg8qhe273ju38jkjgenwszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du73exur #FindsFriday! <br/>An arrowhead made of #meteorite iron: around 1,500 BC, a meteorite struck #Estonia. A fragment of it arrived - presumably in the baggage of an amber trader - at what is now Lake Biel, #Switzerland. An arrowhead was then made there from the cosmic iron.<br/>From Mörigen, 900-800 BC.<br/><br/>📷 me<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/588/773/958/145/591/original/3c5b862050c93cf1.jpg"> <br/> 2025-11-21T17:05:59Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs83ljt0za0fdyhnd7jx04tazujn65ek229wzeeyc7dh6dcm3863cczyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duyqgzuv Some archaeological finds may appear unremarkable and ordinary, yet they often are more interesting than any treasure, such as this Roman glass square bottle remarkably containing a rare find – preserved ointment. The waxy mass of fatty acids and glycerine contains plant fibres from wood, pollen and seeds.<br/><br/>Found in Wederath, dating 1st century AD. <br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/583/294/092/638/774/original/0b8307a6056c7274.jpg"> <br/> 2025-11-20T17:52:04Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs0psljg7n2art6vqdmekqreljeptgv8rs4rql5jzy0yyn047qgduczyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du9vdd79 A complete pottery vessel, featuring repairs mid-body and a cord tied around its neck.<br/><br/>Found in a Neolithic well in Altscherbitz, Saxony, dating 5100-5000 BC. Multiple complete vessels have been discovered within the well. They may have been intentionally placed there as part of a ritual associated with the well&#39;s closure and subsequent filling. <br/><br/>On display at Staatliches Museum für Archäologie Chemnitz <br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/563/698/684/064/092/original/ade32fc934c8ae64.jpg"> <br/> 2025-11-17T06:48:45Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsd89yh67ffj3qunjv9u9j2tqxv563sjnxuuhsvj4pey6r2q5nppggzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dutc9ene Like a time capsule: a Roman tile marked with #finger lines, hobnail #shoe prints, dog&#39;s paw prints, and a #stamp of the LEG(io) XIIII G(emina). Tiles with imprints are very common, since tiles were laid out to dry in the open air ahead of firing, where animals and people could step on them - though footprints might have been evidence to check whether the clay was set enough. <br/>The finger lines might have been batch marks. <br/>Found in Carnuntum, Austria.   <br/><br/>📷 Landessammlungen Niederösterreich<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/530/046/656/898/695/original/2abf4cde842680c0.jpg"> <br/> 2025-11-11T08:10:19Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsv4j03taca7pkmfzh2ux6vc7f4f3249n5vfma3tc37xxy2lnmcqvgzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duj7ga73 For #AncientSiteSunday the #Hellenistic theatre at Pergamon, #Türkiye, built in the 3rd century BC, alterations were made in the #Roman period. It&#39;s one of the steepest known ancient theatres. The capacity was about 10,000 spectators. <br/><br/>📷 C. Bredfeldt <br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/518/717/408/728/940/original/976701e301490e5b.jpg"> <br/> 2025-11-09T08:09:35Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs2fdacmtmkj8fd4x7lqxrptffv96dr5ttxzyccv0l8geu67aqft4czyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du3dfwan It&#39;s time for #Caturday and a timeline cleanse!<br/><br/>A terracotta figurine of a #cat playing the harp.<br/><br/>From #Egypt, #Roman period, late 1st century AD.<br/><br/>On display at Museum August Kestner, Hannover.<br/><br/>Have a lovely #weekend!<br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/513/100/245/849/715/original/9d97647d7adf722c.jpg"> <br/> 2025-11-08T08:21:10Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsr0656qgea7qsgzlkh9dzt2heyc5s9spjrcfgl5pvsvhvsjjpp6tszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duvye8vr Today, a friend involved in the Esna restoration project has shared with me his latest stunning photos of the restored ceiling and columns of the Temple of Khnum in Esna, Upper #Egypt. During a multi-year restoration project, the dirt and soot that had obscured the colors of the reliefs and inscriptions within the building for ca 2000 years were carefully removed. The temple is located 60 kilometers south of Luxor. <br/><br/> 📷 D. v. Recklinghausen<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/507/580/324/197/938/original/0b1f25faa63dc51f.jpg"> <br/> 2025-11-07T08:57:13Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsqwqfrst4uqyamyp3k4cgqsu8x39l22m359tlpyu3s2jgp6q98n6czyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dul3wd76 I just leave this one for #PhallusThursday 👃<br/><br/>Bronze amulet from Egypt, 1st c. BC.<br/>Mougins, Musée d’art classique de Mougin<br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/501/683/367/932/230/original/174ecddd73cf424d.jpg"> <br/> 2025-11-06T07:57:53Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqst2vt98ejuf84dy5eeygy3jpwds4ycdy3efw8nxyz75sjsw98hzqczyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duxm6fm3 Today&#39;s a perfect day to post some beautiful blue glass! <br/>A gorgeous #Roman flask in the form of a shell, mold-blown from dark blue glass. It was used to hold perfume. Dating 1st century AD. <br/><br/>On display at British Museum.<br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/> #archaeology #RomanArchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/496/235/854/565/348/original/f5484310155b4c87.jpg"> <br/> 2025-11-05T08:52:13Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsfmjrrh4ud5592uzrd4sk54k6ygghshqwcmkjy6zktnzeqstlpyvqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du9u8yrt It&#39;s time for a timeline cleanse!<br/><br/>A small Corinthian aryballos in the shape of an owl (circa 630 BC). It served as a perfume container.<br/><br/>On display at Antikensammlung München<br/><br/>A lovely Sunday to all of you 🌞<br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/439/438/493/321/894/original/5b6c54207f607cd3.jpg"> <br/> 2025-10-26T08:07:56Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsf9mfjdnftw7phflt9j3sjh64p587q2sdthvzt76kgfzx95ecczuqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dupa75f8 This bronze cobra with eyes inlaid likely originated from a workshop in Alexandria. The cobra motif is prevalent in Egyptian iconography, symbolizing royal authority and safeguarding against the Pharaoh&#39;s enemies.<br/>The Greek author Plutarch indicates that Cleopatra favored a quick death through a cobra bite. This narrative is nowadays questioned, considering the painful and prolonged impact of cobra venom. <br/><br/>Currently on display at the Caesar and Cleopatra exhibition in Speyer<br/><br/>📷 me<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/399/456/624/842/110/original/d772f513f9354e8e.jpg"> <br/> 2025-10-19T06:41:59Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsw3ys8f3mmvflwgh5wqs3lxkcs4d42t0n9ckljc2c4qmmn7utfujszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duvtytqg Off to Trier for the Major State Exhibition &#34;Marcus Aurelius.&#34; <br/><br/>The photo shows the Porta Nigra in Trier, a Roman city gate, dating 2nd century AD.<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/371/339/033/918/575/original/0f05544b05886edc.jpg"> <br/> 2025-10-14T07:29:11Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqszzhafhd25kkttcwed20x4y63sms56a04plj4kd65shw439wuk95gzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duuvh2q0 Models of everyday life were deposited in #Egyptian tombs. They were supposed to support the deceased in the afterlife. One of the most charming examples is the model of a #cow giving birth. <br/>Carved in wood, painted.<br/>Probably from Meir, #Egypt, dating c. 2040-1985 BC.<br/><br/>📷 Royal Ontario Museum <br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/314/369/260/877/731/original/c97521505288c9f9.jpg"> <br/> 2025-10-04T06:01:09Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsyewvy7d5garwnnpun6mstxqaxk662qs90afytdcjtsjptwspelmqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duruz49f The Roos Carr figures are dating to the Late Bronze Age or Early Iron Age. They were inadvertently unearthed by laborers during ditch maintenance at Roos Carr in 1836.<br/>The workers discovered wooden artifacts, including several warrior figures crafted from yew wood with quartzite eyes and a serpent-headed boat.<br/>The figures, which range from 35 to 41 cm in height. They are around 2,600 years old and may have served as offerings, perhaps to deities or ancestors.<br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/236/453/374/154/849/original/147d6079bcb9bf8b.jpg"> <br/> 2025-09-20T11:45:52Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsq0ttp26yf84wr776frth04lsdk6fjwdyv68yxvklqvyrjrpxy2zszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du627n3k An early medieval fibula (a decorative pin for fastening garments/a brooch) in the form of an eagle, made of gold and silver inlaid with garnets and lapis lazuli. It&#39;s part of the so-called Domagnano Hoard consisting of 21 pieces. They belonged to an Ostrogothic noblewoman linked to the court of Theodoric.<br/><br/>Found in Domagnano, San Marino, dating around ca. 500 AD<br/><br/>📷 fibula <a href="https://objektkatalog.gnm.de/wisski/navigate/4428/view">https://objektkatalog.gnm.de/wisski/navigate/4428/view</a><br/><br/>📷 reconstrucion Musei di Stato di San Marino<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/185/226/527/784/879/original/16887692807a8aee.jpg"> <br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/185/226/799/905/794/original/bf88225515229ec4.jpg"> <br/> 2025-09-11T10:38:41Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsrzh7psv7ug04tllhp869nqx7gwvu5806xdahnyvcyae5kfpuaqfqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dupqlqpt A #Roman helmet found in Theilenhofen at the Upper German-Raetian Limes. It&#39;s not a parade helmet as often stated, but a pseudo-Attic cavalry battle helmet ot the Worthing/Theilenhofen variant.<br/>Dating to the second half of the 2nd century AD. <br/>On display Germanisches Nationalmuseum Nürnberg <br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology #RomanArchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/161/860/603/805/395/original/604debf85e2f0418.jpg"> <br/> 2025-09-07T07:36:25Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs90zrfwq7t8w7azk54kfn6s5qhxts7g7kccz9hjuw5yrt02r5smagzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duwwamnr Fascinating world of ancient #glass: This magnificent #Roman #fish-shaped flask was found during the excavation of a storeroom in Begram/Afghanistan. It was probably made in a workshop at Alexandria/Egypt, dating 1st/2nd century AD. Begram was a major trading city at the Silk Road, the flask was found in one of two storerooms of a merchant, filled with luxury good.<br/>National Museum of Afghanistan<br/><br/>#archaeology #RomanArchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/155/763/161/788/661/original/29e3dd8f3b3391bb.jpg"> <br/> 2025-09-06T05:46:06Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsqgl2jmltr5vhc4u3wpj9f7wsz4sacva4s7kejjvm9aat00whyw6czyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dueluhnz Today, I had the opportunity to visit my colleagues from the Department of Wetland Archaeology at the State Office for the Preservation of Historical Monuments at the excavation site of the prehistoric settlement in Reute-Schorrenried. Dendrochronological analysis has confirmed that the wooden dwellings were constructed between 3738 and 3731 BC. The settlement comprised around twenty-four buildings. It is considered to be one of the most important wetland sites in southwestern Germany.<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/135/621/319/494/329/original/1bd074bd8de18686.jpg"> <br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/135/621/595/076/324/original/618e224b06bfc9ec.jpg"> <br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/135/621/856/827/524/original/4cc12a38f82d97eb.jpg"> <br/> 2025-09-02T16:23:27Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs04fsasmfz74reaqcpyym5d4m7u9t9spdlte54cxrjy0rwmatv8fszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duhakfvf A sleeved tunic, made from linen, from Egypt, 4th c. AD. <br/>The garment, designed for a ca 5 year old child, is well preserved well due to the arid climate. The tunic&#39;s design allowed for adjustments as the child grew.<br/>Horizontal lines at the waiste indicate an initial folding point, which could be adjusted as the child matured.The linen fabric is adorned with purple embroidery,while the woolen appliqués, though ancient, were added after discovery<br/><br/>On display at Archäologische Staatssammlung<br/> 📷 me<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/082/647/237/076/766/original/10d55be1c2dacf22.jpg"> <br/> 2025-08-24T07:56:30Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqstpr2rgh4y09ts9rqkfsz9j7hp8vkkqxc7c0v63p3sp2766m59wdszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dufgy4pg For #RomanSiteSaturday let&#39;s go to my favourite #Roman site: the temple complex of #Baalbek, located in the Bekaa Valley/#Lebanon. The breathtaking <br/>site contains some of the largest Roman temples ever built. The so-called Bacchus temple is one of the best preserved temples of the Roman period. <br/>Baalbek is an UNESCO World Heritage site since 1984 and one of the most amazing places I have ever been to.<br/><br/>📷 Rami Rizk<br/><br/>#RomanArchaeology #archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/076/398/498/817/945/original/16918fdb75fabfe7.jpg"> <br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/076/400/079/810/957/original/5c2aab56bb2624b2.jpg"> <br/> 2025-08-23T05:22:13Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs2gw26sethaw759k9rdevzudgllzkhpu5dyxkfc27504xd5m0mevczyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duz6rz5c #FindsFriday! One of the oldest known musical instruments in the world: a #Palaeolithic #flute made from a #vulture bone some 38,000 years ago! This is one of eight known flutes found on the Swabian Jura. The finds suggest that music played an important role in this region. <br/>Found in the Hohle Fels cave near Schelklingen. <br/><br/>On display at Urgeschichtliches Museum Blaubeuren, one of our branch museums.<br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology #music<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/072/539/635/187/226/original/b2df5e3fdc27d836.jpg"> <br/> 2025-08-22T13:01:23Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsp392gkcvuud2lcd8a49j73mc2dt55uwy2xxjnxchh4mkpte3er0qzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dul45hyt An impressive #Roman cavalry helmet with a face mask that was made of iron and plated with silver (Nijmegen-Kops Plateau type). The mask was attached to the iron helmet, which was covered with horse hair showing an elaborate and highly decorative hairstyle.<br/>Helmets such as this one from the 1st century AD were used in tournaments as well as in battle. Fully masked cavalrymen certainly intimidated the enemy. <br/><br/>Found in Nijmegen.<br/><br/>Helmet and replica on display at Museum Het Valkhof Nijmegen<br/><br/>📷 me<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/055/068/195/969/373/original/761047c9575f4e81.jpg"> <br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/055/068/466/171/011/original/7749167314ea6a5c.jpg"> <br/> 2025-08-19T10:57:57Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsfx2vs0g03t09jw0q8mc5zt4glhn0naylszhf0fl9l697cyr5zvhczyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dudzhdr6 For #MosaicMonday this fantastic photo of a mosaic (and a lovely fish 🐟) that was discovered in the submerged ruins of #Roman Baiae.<br/><br/>Photo: Parco Archeologico Campi Flegrei<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/048/652/944/036/969/original/5c650c03a0073328.jpg"> <br/> 2025-08-18T07:45:52Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsy0mn3s90w4gz58x74724m6k7snhqj9jdurx3n39lyg3gce707g2gzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duuxqzm3 For #ancientsitesunday this stunning aerial view of the Parco degli Acquedotti, south east of #Rome. The park is named for its seven aqueducts which supplied the city with water. <br/><br/>Photo: Valentino Ligori<br/><br/>#archaeology #RomanArchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/042/953/306/371/735/original/bcfc8562aaa7d3b4.jpg"> <br/> 2025-08-17T07:36:37Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs0333h2ktgzmrxedqp9ktylh9rtjj49c8mgchwnetjfc75pphfutqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dumlwxd3 WOW! A 2,000-year-old felt hat intended to keep Roman soldiers cool in the heat of the desert of Egypt has been painstakingly brought back to life.<br/><br/><a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2pegg403zo">https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2pegg403zo</a><br/><br/>#archaeology #RomanArchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/115/011/773/470/681/553/original/520c3e8f592dcb54.webp"> <br/> 2025-08-11T19:27:01Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsqqhjag2ctkj2axphjdfm9qla5llu67pj2n87340vmuvtehc4ezsgzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dudp2454 Egyptian blue pigment found in Augusta Raurica, Switzerland. The pigments were used in wall paintings. In Roman times, Egyptian blue was distributed throughout the Empire in a more or less standardised form of small balls of 15-20 mm in diameter. The painter could define the respective grain size and thus the shade of blue and the covering capacity of the ground up artificial pigment himself.<br/><br/>On display at Museum Augusta Raurica <br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology #RomanArchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/924/482/181/768/087/original/b2fda57e0a5d0a60.jpg"> <br/> 2025-07-27T09:27:25Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsdhu78lg47fke2tzxyuuskc6ahxunq0s4dq33zvta72savz7d5fdszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dulgte34 Stunning photos of the restored ceiling and columns of the Temple of Khnum in Esna, Upper #Egypt. During a multi-year restoration project, the dirt and soot that had obscured the colors of the reliefs and inscriptions within the building for approximately 2000 years were carefully removed.<br/>The temple is located 60 kilometers south of Luxor, Egypt. <br/><br/>📷 D. v. Recklinghausen<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/884/561/347/648/546/original/538428600b545b9d.jpg"> <br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/884/561/720/986/332/original/3628fcb78674e723.jpg"> <br/> 2025-07-20T08:16:14Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsvztpt947at5cjuaaglfamgfw0js6ghyyzwlnd3pkyuh6tth9n78gzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duyzyzw8 For today&#39;s #MosaicMonday a hilarious #Roman mosaic depicting a boisterous #dog knocking over a basket and pulling out the contents. Life without #dogs is possible but pointless! <br/>On display at the Archaeological Museum Irbid/Jordan. <br/><br/>#RomanArchaeology #archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/850/205/658/419/623/original/ecbb6e6a1429dab6.jpg"> <br/> 2025-07-14T06:38:22Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs0wc5play68gy5t2z8ydyvclwmu522gdw27gkfq3vh3yvaw53zdwgzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du375n9p The pretzel is supposedly a Swabian invention (I know, Bavarians, you’ll disagree 😁). As a Swabian, I have to share this unique Viking Age pretzel-shaped gold brooch - was the pretzel actually invented by Vikings?😱 <br/>The brooch is decorated with animal heads in the Scandinavian style and was probably made in Denmark.<br/>From Gåbense, Falster, first half of the 10th century<br/><br/>On display at National Museum Copenhagen <br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/782/108/610/951/575/original/33faff9ddd2058a0.jpg"> <br/> 2025-07-02T06:00:08Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqspr3z3wmp60rlgv3t8cacw80mjhy35706ad0httx5j3rwzev0twcqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du09q3zn One of the oldest wheels in the world!<br/>A ca. 5,000 year-old wooden disc wheel from Olzreute-Enzisholz. The site is part of the UNESCO World Heritage &#34;Prehistoric Pile Dwellings around the Alps.&#34; The waterlogged, anaerobic environment provided ideal conditions for the preservation of organic materials such as wood. Three disc wheels have been found at Olzreute-Enzisholz, dating around 2,900 BC. <br/><br/>On display at our branch museum Federseemuseum Bad Buchau.<br/><br/>📷me<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/765/264/545/025/635/original/9db794eab166a85c.jpg"> <br/> 2025-06-29T06:36:26Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs8czswk47tkc2etpnef97dufr0nlk7c0tcy7vkl7wqtg8zasryavszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dupc0u4q Fashionable some 6,000 years ago: a stunning Neolithic three-row necklace from Sachsenheim, dating to around 4,000 BC. This remarkable piece, which comprises more than 500 limestone and jet beads, is a witness to both craftsmanship and style.<br/><br/>📷 Landesmuseum Württemberg<br/><br/>#Archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/750/113/176/883/983/original/3feab3c85d31216d.jpg"> <br/> 2025-06-26T14:23:11Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsf7fwe3f3mykmtesf3jv3xexpvvd992elaq8g4m8xxhsfhadzfvsqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dun738nl During the early Iron Age, the Pomeranian culture in Poland developed distinctive clay vessels for cremated remains, influenced by southern European cultures such as the Etruscans. These urns are characterized by human faces and hat-shaped lids, and are frequently adorned with symbolic engravings of celestial bodies, trees, and waves. Depictions of clothing and adornment are also present, figurative scenes of people and animals are rare.<br/> 6th/5th c. BC.<br/><br/>On display at Neues Museum Berlin.<br/><br/>📷 me<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/736/616/677/049/759/original/32bf22d4da74778d.jpg"> <br/> 2025-06-24T05:12:21Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqspfkj8ekwsefk0re2lpjayatt800kgxlf8sw0fnzkumrs67070swqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duqxauvp A pair of gold bull head earrings, decorated with granulation, filigree and garnets. Dating late 4th century BC. <br/><br/>Hoops formed of wound wire with animal-head finials were a very popular type of earring during the #Hellenistic period. <br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>On display at Landesmuseum Württemberg <br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/732/611/812/414/785/original/f5b581ea3ba96f70.jpg"> <br/> 2025-06-23T12:12:29Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqszfxyjkh80m37xpug9ua6hps6x9p6e2ur0m3zrzzzd2e2z6g3shsszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du8dxyej For #findsfriday the most adorable chess piece ever! A knight, made of antler. Dating 11/12th century<br/>Found at the Burgstein, Lichtenstein-Holzelfingen.<br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/714/384/694/899/458/original/094cecd183ca5275.jpg"> <br/> 2025-06-20T06:57:05Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsv9lhkf4wwykp6ttmxes95tedhhcv3zyk0hkpdd00dj0vnrctclzqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dun69h7w Fascinating world of ancient #glass: A magnificent #Roman striped mosaic bowl, made of preformed rods and canes fused on or in mold. Timeless beauty!<br/><br/>Dating late 1st BC–early 1st AD, found in Cuora, Cavarzere, Italy<br/>Photo: Museo Archeologico Nazionale di Adria<br/><br/>#archaeology #romanarchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/703/160/644/200/999/original/91746399a0c2ab5d.jpg"> <br/> 2025-06-18T07:24:51Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsw5k57paf2lkrh6xzeu5paplxd5xzkryl2uzltdxd7hd8cwksl6ggzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duyzrwse A fibula (pin for fastening garments) in the shape of a #frog. Animal-shaped fibulae were popular in the northwestern provinces of the Roman empire. It has been suggested that frogs had an apotropaic value (i. e. to avert evil), but there is no evidence for this.<br/><br/>📷Morgan Library<br/><br/>#archaeology #RomanArchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/693/132/073/526/774/original/03adf1973fd846e9.jpg"> <br/> 2025-06-16T12:52:17Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs2t30vll9wrw6rfy892ncefpa7ar45jv2lzwx79gnrqhqgpznrf5szyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dudmsru7 In the village of Ehrenstein in southern Germany, Neolithic limestone discs adorned with incised lines are a common find. These discs featured a striking black and white contrast, achieved by filling the incisions with dark birch pitch. They measured up to 12 centimeters in diameter. Marks on their reverse sides suggest they may have functioned as fasteners.<br/><br/>📷 Landesmuseum Württemberg and me <br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/680/479/848/178/614/original/dccc17c710ff9c1e.jpg"> <br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/680/478/225/748/373/original/099439077a91074f.jpg"> <br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/680/478/760/520/412/original/bb6c4fbab35a251c.jpg"> <br/> 2025-06-14T07:14:53Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsfn5trhqf8g0mhlnn2jypqtewznu09y5yckfs6fcchwyrppk06ufszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duzv883y <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/672/557/553/513/285/original/85b2c92143acee9f.jpg"> <br/> 2025-06-12T21:39:28Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsx7tqf283fywstee8c85wxezdm3k5q0vuf7g0sd7dsx4huwqhjepczyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duh4zgkc A section of the #Roman Eifel #aqueduct that supplied water to the city of Cologne. The vaulted underground tunnel with an inspection shaft at Mechernich-Breitenbenden was unearthed during construction work in the late 1970s. The estimated maximum flow rate of the aqueduct was 250 litres per second. At that rate, the aqueduct would have supplied Cologne with 20 million litres of water each day!<br/><br/>📷 <a href="https://www.krefeld.de/de/vermessung/fernwasserleitungen/">https://www.krefeld.de/de/vermessung/fernwasserleitungen/</a><br/><br/>#RomanArchaeology #archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/669/631/291/498/825/original/97699c0b3913ef7a.jpg"> <br/> 2025-06-12T09:16:46Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsg4envpp32ml3sayy0p9zr6lqrhnphxt3vx54tm80929yzktksntczyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45durjgc4w A very stylish #Roman enclosed boot with a highly decorative and intricate cut-out design that would have shown off the wearer’s socks. <br/><br/>Found in London, dating c. 75-125 AD.<br/><br/>From the collections at the Museum of London.<br/><br/>📸 me<br/><br/>#archaeology #RomanArchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/640/649/566/586/155/original/1ac6736316077050.jpg"> <br/> 2025-06-07T06:25:57Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqspqfwf8tj3gghlqlwatgdd2dpx4plm2vknnyft3wv4zfsfgwgvx2qzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duez4m8e A more than 3000-year-old #Egyptian basket of coiled palm fibre with fitting lid.<br/>Baskets served as household containers and were frequently placed in tombs, containing grave goods such as jewelry or food offerings.<br/>The basket has been remarkably preserved because of Egypt&#39;s arid desert climate.<br/><br/>On display at Staatliche Museum Ägyptischer Kunst, München.<br/><br/>📷 me<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/601/283/598/315/923/original/5ded712e2cb5be03.jpg"> <br/> 2025-05-31T07:33:56Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqspy76a7tmdvfxt2p0npaap3ve7gujuxf65kzkyy2xgqwmatdanzdczyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duehewww A stunning find from Nijmegen: a #Roman rock crystal ring decorated with a crescent and stars inlaid with gold leaves, found in a woman&#39;s burial, dating 1st c. AD. The decoration had a meaning associated with death, the crescent and stars were symbols for eternity and afterlife. On display at Museum Het Valkhof<br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology #RomanArchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/589/993/339/737/903/original/c1b65f79e5a7b17b.jpg"> <br/> 2025-05-29T07:43:42Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsqqw0fg0y4zxy4qqgzdy7mwpnag4zp4utjr85xtzcaaskf6hwufzgzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dughc57y Amazing new discovery: Oldest full human fingerprint discovered. A Neanderthal is believed to have dipped a finger in red pigment to paint a nose on a pebble around 43,000 years ago. The rock was discovered in the San Lázaro rock shelter in Segovia, Spain<br/><br/><a href="https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn0g9jv707yo">https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn0g9jv707yo</a><br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/587/247/431/944/495/original/d9b985f8325dc8e1.jpeg"> <br/> 2025-05-28T20:06:48Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqspcrdceuakcknz9ejd6s3t8da5lms97l0f3kdngy3ag7hep8fxmfqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duu36x5w In an early medieval grave at Gültlingen a warrior was buried with a gold hilt spatha (sword) - a status symbol that displays his high rank - and a ‘Spangenhelm‘. Helmets like this were part of the equipment of the late Roman army. Not only the helmet was made in byzantine workshop, but so were the spatha and an ornate belt. The warrior probably served as a mercenary in the Byzantine army. Dating 460-480 AD. <br/><br/>📷 Landesmuseum Württemberg<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/556/345/707/577/778/original/4f6e5f0920b63d57.jpg"> <br/> 2025-05-23T09:05:25Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqswme03ukweell3ek8cx983vryrgsahpv0zy8v7qakugyjja5l5skszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du5gha75 A Cycladic idol, 2500-2000BC. <br/>During the Early Bronze Age figurines were made from marble on the Cyclades, islands in the Aegean Sea. The most common are female figurines with folded arms. Most of them were found in graves.The intended purpose of these figurines remains unknown.<br/><br/>📷me<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/551/950/633/210/455/original/3338b9045255a8bb.jpg"> <br/> 2025-05-22T14:28:02Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsrnsdsla0twg20sajzvcn3u3wfehv2fp08eh004du4w8vxjxjr9wqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duskew88 Things used in everyday life are the real archaeological treasures! This sewing #needle was made from animal bone some 13,000 years ago! Some designs are timeless, achieving a perfect balance of form and function from their inception. Length: 5.6cm.<br/><br/>📷 LMW Stuttgart <br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/505/373/831/693/257/original/30f3583a74e2d579.jpg"> <br/> 2025-05-14T09:02:47Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqszh8xcc5fv87k0hc93vkw7cae4yayu272m07cu7sup0nwssue94vqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duc0n7j7 Fascinating world of ancient #glass: an amazing #Roman glass garland bowl, that represents a peak of Roman glassmaker’s skill at producing vessels. Very few ancient vessels were made of large sections or bands of different colored glass, and this is the only known example that combines the technique with millefiori (mosaik glass) decoration. Dating late 1st century BC.<br/><br/>📷 Metropolitan Museum<br/><br/>#archaeology #RomanArchaelogy<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/436/937/791/106/176/original/7cc77b414d39fac6.jpg"> <br/> 2025-05-02T06:58:53Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqst659cxp3h80ehypfgpwec854aa3khyrkuktfjdcm3qz8lync73jqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du4v37he The Heuneburg on the Upper Danube was an Early Iron Age princely seat and is one of the most important archaeological sites in Central Europe. It&#39;s considered to be the oldest town north of the Alps, which in the 6th century BC covered an area of about 100 hectares. The architecture of its fortification was inspired by Mediterranean building techniques, it was built with air-dried mud bricks.<br/>It has been suggested that Pyrene, the polis mentioned by Herodotus, is the Heuneburg.<br/><br/>📷 me<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/426/858/561/427/231/original/ac0af5e9eb56ebdb.jpg"> <br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/426/858/861/167/842/original/ae5329fe819b59b3.jpg"> <br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/426/859/441/665/805/original/3519cd903623b5a8.jpg"> <br/> 2025-04-30T12:15:20Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqstmuaanvkxunw7vv88x7jkamw792quf5r3rnynf04prtpgh2thljgzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du4s3cwp Yesterday, I had the pleasure of visiting the Rococo library hall of the monastery in Bad Schussenried (built 1756-1766) - absolutely stunning. A jewel.<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/402/973/850/363/894/original/1b2108223b76bcc1.jpg"> <br/> 2025-04-26T07:01:14Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqswfv44lzzutvctqc57eyjcuevkqh5t874vp6fkpqx9qpdgq63z69gzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duse5gyy In rich graves of southwest Germany&#39;s early #medieval period, rock crystal objects such as belt buckles are frequently discovered. Rock crystal was believed to possess healing and protective properties, and was also used for magical purposes<br/>Rock crystal objects were likely valued not only for their purported powers but also for their economic worth. This rock crystal buckle was found in a grave in Pfullingen, dating 6th century. It is presumably a product of a Byzantine workshop.<br/><br/>📷 me<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/397/401/397/855/049/original/3f29fe2b54dbb5eb.jpg"> <br/> 2025-04-25T07:23:49Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsd9w7yy52hxpx2laf8fur6w868n2p3rekcst726xtz58a9s9xzfmszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du4xmkeq For #MosaicMonday and #Easter Monday a lovely image of a #rabbit, a detail from a mosaic showing Orpheus surrounded by enchanted #animals.<br/>Found in Antioch, modern-day Antakya, #Turkey. Dating 4th c. AD.<br/><br/>On display at Museum Kestner Hannover.<br/><br/>📷 me<br/>#archaeology #RomanArchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/374/793/558/411/123/original/6bdb0d3d1815a90c.jpg"> <br/> 2025-04-21T07:34:52Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs2xy2r0wtsq86ufwzm0gtw0mdl52hl647l4wvl2rq6qcyv5zvvyjszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duv9uvdc Happy Easter!<br/><br/>The picture shows a pysanka, a Ukrainian Easter egg, a present from cherished #Ukrainian colleagues. <br/>The traditional egg-decorating method employs layers of wax and dye to produce a distinctive pattern.<br/><br/>Slava Ukraini!<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/369/126/269/412/991/original/0d80c4aa859992e3.jpg"> <br/> 2025-04-20T07:33:14Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsxdawlkfhnfqv0s8nkrjux9njdd8uy30dcrhl9vzesqe0eqqjrdjczyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duhwn92d For #FrescoFriday a #Roman wall painting from the Casa dei Cervi in Herculaneum, depicting Cupids playing hide and seek. I especially like the one who covers his eyes -  nothing has changed since #Roman times. <br/>In Roman wall painting of the 1st century AD, scenes depicting Cupid in everyday activities were very popular. <br/><br/>Dating 50/60 AD. Now at Museo Archeologico Nazionale, <br/><br/>Photo: Egisto Sani, <a href="https://flic.kr/p/dyJq5e">https://flic.kr/p/dyJq5e</a><br/><br/>#RomanArchaeology #archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/357/990/043/629/956/original/7a8aaa906bc625ef.jpg"> <br/> 2025-04-18T08:21:27Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsdztyksrgpzd5zzgqjq2p9a5c003t43apf609avwmgncjd0ec063gzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du5lyvmu Fascinating world of ancient glass: an amazing yellow pitcher. The handle is terminating in an appliqué decorated with a head of a Bacchant, a follower of Bacchus, the god of wine. Such an appliqué is an appropriate decoration for a pitcher used to pour wine<br/><br/>Dating ca 50-75 AD<br/><br/>📷 Corning Museum of Glass<br/><br/>#archaeology #RomanArchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/314/320/638/115/398/original/657758db98300a12.jpg"> <br/> 2025-04-10T15:15:32Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs0rdlwsvc960gts82yt60zhw72lhw3us7wa5qypw59rcydy2c9lcczyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dugh9cms Beloved #pet: a #Roman burial of a #dog. The animal was buried with a vessel, its head was bedded on a piece of leather. <br/><br/>Even the Romans knew it: A life without #dogs is possible but pointless! <br/><br/>From Cologne, dating 1st AD.<br/><br/>📷 Römisch-Germanisches Museum Köln<br/><br/>#archaeology #RomanArchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/307/677/740/737/459/original/cc32bb2054882b07.jpg"> <br/> 2025-04-09T11:05:54Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsxny37tzqv4keux98dknk5p75k9py7evgrxq9cmhvak4s7n8pl9pszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du3mm0ke The #Roman shipwreck at Comacchio, northern Italy, is over 21 m long and 5.62 m wide. It was discovered in 1980 during the maintenance of a drainage canal. The vessel was loaded with amphorae, lead ingots, and boxwood logs. It dates to the 1st century BC. <br/><br/>📷 Soprintendenza per i Beni Archeologici of the Emilia Romagna<br/><br/>#archaeology #RomanArchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/302/869/679/685/221/original/fc8d14a1cad98d9e.jpg"> <br/> 2025-04-08T14:43:37Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsvaqzfqc3yz0eux9udfsm2cfyv7ywxymkd2mu7xc6ufvfp3gkc4yqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dumapw20 We all need a timeline cleanse right now: A charming #Greek terracotta aryballos - a vessel used to hold oil - in the shape of a hedgehog 🦔.<br/>6th century BC.<br/><br/>On display at Antikensammlung München.<br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/284/172/875/940/908/original/21ca19009d84083c.jpg"> <br/> 2025-04-05T07:28:54Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqstuhtwcgdgxfunjkkzwlksm53p8rm9vf0jrms83wrserjzeefpc5szyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dutlaeaa #Neolithic textile production: an amazing find! A charred spindle with a charred ball of flax thread. <br/>Found in the pile dwelling settlement of Sipplingen-Osthafen, Lake Constance, dating 3316-3306 BC. The damp environment has preserved it in good condition.<br/><br/>📷 Archäologisches Landesmuseum Baden-Württemberg <br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/244/602/970/438/527/original/b7d69a7451cb4069.jpg"> <br/> 2025-03-29T07:45:17Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqswe340p30vhhttyhqynuslsgkk0xn8fvpcnr6w45d9l6c544z0aagzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duvpptl5 An elaborately decorated early #medieval double-sided bone comb, found in a warrior&#39;s grave in Fridingen (dating early 7th century AD). To protect the delicate tines, the comb was kept in a case. <br/>Long and well-groomed hair was a status symbol.<br/><br/>On display at Landesmuseum Württemberg <br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/238/863/221/213/949/original/f4d60d3717c00aa1.jpg"> <br/> 2025-03-28T07:25:46Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqs27zggcw7x4l90gyntnwgkd3cq034d6vm37ulftenzcunhsec04nqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dunsw7qw This charming red marble hippo was part of a fountain that stood in a #Roman garden. The water was led from the front left leg to the mouth<br/>From Rome, dating 2nd century AD.<br/><br/>On display at Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. <br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology ##RomanArchaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/154/676/931/659/114/original/67947365c3c8c9b1.jpg"> <br/> 2025-03-13T10:36:46Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsr53nkejpdn5kvfe7c0kcl6f37y35wy56sxn5pp0tdz03hyw8g8hqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duptgfq5 This rare bronze purse was found with six #gold coins still inside in the #Celtic oppidum (settlement) at Manching. It was originally sealed with an organic material, presumably a leather strap. The purse is rather small: 4.3x3.3 cm. The diameter of the smallest coin is 6.5mm.<br/><br/>Dating ca. 200 BC.<br/>On display at Archäologische Staatssammlung München.<br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/120/822/581/488/269/original/ab593652688ae368.jpg"> <br/> 2025-03-07T11:06:28Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsqnn3l6gzump8pq38qw4e7dr6m9v2ygh9lw6neefa50whh96ysrwqzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45ducztp92 The early medieval burial from Gammertingen, 6th c. AD. The high-ranking warrior died in his early 30s and was buried with a Byzantine helmet (a so-called Spangenhelm), his weapons, and his mail armour – which consisted of about 45,000 iron rings!<br/><br/>📷Landesmuseum Württemberg<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/091/595/015/459/446/original/36906afad43b174b.jpg"> <br/> 2025-03-02T07:13:31Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsyqz0gtu9exaq6j7zqkz30jpgr5am2rkjuw9nkevldvnh0r0s0grgzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duwtw9jp <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/088/721/280/629/375/original/1cf462c1bd29c520.jpg"> <br/> 2025-03-01T19:02:18Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsdzj670fgy0au30e28fzrwg308xjwe72ulnkxycakzd0zcfyyng4gzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45duncpqd0 This uniquely preserved Late Neolithic flint dagger (2900 BCE) was found in Allensbach at the Lake Constance, southwest #Germany. The blade was made of flint from Monte Baldo, northern #Italy. It was fastened with birch tar in a handle made of elderwood.<br/><br/>📷 Archäologisches Landesmuseum Baden-Württemberg<br/> <br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/081/398/329/568/965/original/dc1a19a627568f63.jpg"> <br/> 2025-02-28T12:00:37Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsgfs5vtew9ljk5ergzmfmn9lq5ur6ke0kt8xxgwlv0zjt2yka3mfszyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du4ahgr6 An #arrowhead made of #meteorite iron: around 1,500 BC, a meteorite struck #Estonia. A fragment of it arrived - presumably in the baggage of an amber trader - at what is now Lake Biel, #Switzerland. An arrowhead was then made there from the cosmic iron.<br/><br/>From Mörigen, 900-800 BC.<br/><br/>📷 me<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/070/178/155/031/019/original/8ad88534638f5f41.jpg"> <br/> 2025-02-26T12:27:05Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsxhdynpg4hem84zlyrldc3ha5l4ve6z7xn9exm84ywe3v69mdftcgzyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dukrst85 The #Italian town of #Lucca with its Piazza dell&#39; Anfiteatro. It&#39;s elliptical because it was built on the remains of a #Roman amphitheatre. <br/><br/>📷 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10160282910342249&amp;id=141391897248">https://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10160282910342249&amp;id=141391897248</a><br/><br/>##RomanArchaeology #archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/052/283/138/307/857/original/7a78bd8cfb21030b.jpg"> <br/> 2025-02-23T08:36:29Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsxcwt30m459278vjre3jfnrfu3xr8fjw337djkuh0w6gngdxh7t3szyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45dun4s794 For #RomanSiteSaturday an aerial photo of the amphitheatre in Itálica, #Spain. <br/>‘Game of Thrones’ fans may recognize the #Dragonpit!<br/>The amphitheatre was built in the 2nd century AD and held up to 25,000 spectators.<br/> <br/>Photo: Amazing Aerial Agency<br/> <br/>#RomanArchaeology #archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/047/294/582/826/030/original/4bd0eaa1cb046052.jpg"> <br/> 2025-02-22T11:27:45Z https://njump.me/nevent1qqsgl8yllgljvu8x5gy3qcw7klvs2kz7l4a4qfggvlynjhsdpll6quczyq9w9p5k2mm4hvp05p6mzsqz2aflhvl55q7n4pqzjn7vz40nw45du3hep90 A tiny #Egyptian #frog amulet, made of carnelian (height 0.9 cm). Because of their numerous offspring, #frogs were considered a symbol of fertility.<br/>Dating c. 1540-1296 BC, New Kingdom.<br/><br/>Photo: Cleveland Museum of Art<br/><br/>#archaeology<br/> <img src="https://social.anoxinon.de/system/media_attachments/files/114/040/928/163/667/544/original/8247bf43b83f98e7.jpg"> <br/> 2025-02-21T08:28:54Z