It was commonly believed that amethysts could shield one from intoxication, poison, nightmares, betrayal, deception, imprisonment, loss of sight, witchcraft, and suffocation.

An immersive new exhibition at the Intrepid Museum in New York City spotlights the science and technology behind the ...

The gem stone was believed to protect against intoxication, poison, nightmares, betrayal, deception, imprisonment, loss of ...

Experts estimate that the tree from which the face (and beam) were carved the face’s tree fell in the year 967, meaning the ...

Even before George Washington became America’s first president, his experiences as a young colonel in western Pennsylvania ...

A 2,200-year-old Celtic settlement containing coins and jewelry has been discovered in the Czech Republic. A 2,200-year-old ...

Archaeologists have stumbled upon uniquely shaped pyramids, which are believed to be from 5,500 years ago, in a European ...

Some broken pieces of stone carvings, apparently parts of some ancient columns, were found during excavation at a ...

What is the true origin of the Oracle of Delphi, who was said to have been involved in events as far back as the Trojan War?

People can uncover more about the archaeological history of Powis Castle in Welshpool with a weekend full of activities, ...

An archaeology breakthrough near Hadrian's Wall has left scientists feeling "baffled". Digs at the Roman fort of Magna in ...

Differences in cut-marks left behind by butchery can’t be explained by different resources, tools, or skill levels, ...