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Article created by: Gabija Saveiskyte

Historical artifacts serve as tangible connections to the past, helping us understand and preserve the memory of civilizations. These objects can tell us stories about how people lived, what they valued, and how societies evolved over time.

The good thing is that you don't even need to go to museums to enjoy this anthropological journey.

Thanks to the Facebook group 'Ancient Marvels Of Mankind,' you can do it from your device! Members of this online community are constantly sharing pictures of the best finds from across the globe.

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This Tiny Boxwood Peapod (10 Cm) Was Carved In C. 1500 By A North German Artist. It Opens To Reveal Little Peas, And Then Those Peas Open To Reveal Ten Little Carved Scenes From Genesis

Antique wooden artifact resembling a pea pod, showcasing intricate details—an ancient marvel of mankind.

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    Built Between 1712 And 1732, The Long Room At Trinity College's Old Library Holds The Collection's 200,000 Oldest Books

    Majestic, ancient library with tall wooden arches, showcasing shelves filled with books; a marvel of mankind.

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    #3

    Remains Of The Ancient Roman City Under The Modern Road In Verona, Close To Porta Leoni, Italy

    Ancient marvels beneath city street showcase historic ruins, drawing fascinated visitors and pedestrians overhead.

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    #4

    The Medieval Architectural Complex Of Dargavs In The Republic Of North Ossetia Definitely Deserves To Be Better Known

    Ancient marvels: historic stone structures on a lush hillside with a dramatic mountain backdrop.

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    #5

    An Ancient Mesolithic Amber Bear, From About 10,000 Years Ago, Washed Up On The Coast Of Fano In Denmark

    Ancient marvel: Amber carving of a bison displayed on a stand, showcasing historical artistry.

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    #6

    The Oldest Known Mirror In The World Was Found In Anatolia, Turkey. Made Of Obsidian, (Volcanic Glass) It Has A Convex Surface And A Remarkably Good Optical Quality

    Hands holding an ancient mirror reflecting a face, showcasing a marvel of mankind.

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    #7

    A Pair Of Victorian Reverse Painted Crystal Intaglio Earrings, 1870

    Ancient marvels: Antique earrings with spherical pendants featuring small fish designs.

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    #8

    Neolithic Pig-Shaped Pot, C. 6.000 Years Old. Collection: Jiangsu Provincial Museum, Nanjing, Pottery And Porcelain Gallery

    Ancient marvel pottery shaped like a pig, with a smiling face and short legs, displayed against a dark background.

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    #9

    One Of The Most Fascinating Aspects Of Timgad Is The Visible Tracks Left By Roman Chariots. These Grooves, Worn Into The Stone Streets Over Centuries Of Use, Provide Tangible Evidence Of The City’s Vibrant Past

    Ancient marvel of mankind: Stone-paved road with worn, c*****d slabs under a clear sky.

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    #10

    Golden Cicada On A Jade Leaf, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644). This Sculpture Was Discovered In A Tomb In 1954. It Is The Top Of A Hairpin, Belonging To A Woman Of High Rank

    Golden insect art piece on a jade leaf, illustrating ancient marvels of mankind.

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    #11

    Ancient Glazed Tiles From The The Processional Way Of The Isthar Gate Leading To The City Of Babylon, Built By King Nebuchadnezzar In 575 Bc. The Roadway Had 60 Lions On Both Of Its Sides, Each Lion Made Of Forty-Six Molded Bricks In Eleven Rows

    Ancient marvel of lion relief in colored bricks, showcasing intricate craftsmanship and historical artistry.

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    #12

    Roman Mosaic At The House Of The Tetrastyle In Pula Archaeological Park In Nora, Sardinia, Italy. 2nd C. Ad

    Ancient marvel mosaic floor with intricate patterns in a historical ruin setting near the sea.

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    #13

    A 1st Century Ad, Roman Mosaic With Parrots And Dove Drinking From A Fountain And A Lurking Cat, Found In Santa Maria Capua Vetere, Italy

    Ancient marvels: Mosaic of birds drinking from a basin with a small cat below.

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    #14

    Grafarkirkja - The Oldest Turf Church In Iceland

    Ancient marvel of mankind: a turf-roofed house in a lush valley with distant mountains under a cloudy sky.

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    #15

    This Miniature Book With The Poem "Wanderstab" - "Travel Staff" - Was Given By Queen Elizabeth Of Romania To Princess Maria Of Edinburgh

    Ancient marvels: Ornate golden book with intricate paintings and detailed engravings, showcasing historical craftsmanship.

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    #16

    The Stone Bridge Of Manolis Over Agrafiotis River In Greece. The Bridge Is Almost All Year Underwater And Only Part Of Its Arch May Be Visible, Except The Summer Months When The Water Level Drop

    Stone bridge over turquoise river with lush hills, showcasing ancient marvels of mankind.

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    #17

    This Exquisite Miniature Chariot, Crafted From Gold With Remarkable Intricacy, Is A Testament To The Artistry Of The Achaemenid Persian Empire

    Golden chariot sculpture depicting ancient marvels with detailed horses and a driver in a display setting.

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    #18

    The Roman Ship Named De Meern 1 Was Discovered In Veldhuizen, The Netherlands, In 1997

    Ancient marvel: Archaeological remains of a wooden ship unearthed in an urban excavation site, captivating modern viewers.

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    #19

    Intricate Floor Mosaic In The Cathedral Of Santa Maria Del Fiore In Florence, Italy

    Intricate mosaic floor design in a historical building, highlighting ancient marvels admired by visitors.

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    #20

    The Munich Residenz, The Former Royal Palace Of The Bavarian Monarchs, Houses The Magnificent Hall Of Antiquities (Antiquarium), Built In 1568

    Ornate vaulted ceiling with intricate paintings, showcasing an ancient marvel of mankind's architectural brilliance.

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    #21

    The Village Of Kandovan, An Ancient Troglodyte Site Occupied For At Least 700 Years

    Ancient marvels: Fascinating rock dwellings carved into a cliffside under a vivid blue sky.

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    #22

    15th Century Ceremonial Fan Of Abuna Abraham Debre Tsion Church, Tigray Region, Ethiopia

    Ancient marvel: A man stands beside an intricately decorated, large fan in a historical setting.

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    #23

    Behold This Exquisite Half Of A “Salting Carpet” From The Safavid Period, Circa 1600. Meticulously Crafted With Wool, Silk, And Metal Thread

    Intricate ancient marvel tapestry with floral and geometric patterns, showcasing vibrant red and blue colors.

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    #24

    The Gold Fish Vessel, Dating Back To The 5th-4th Century Bce, Is A Remarkable Artifact From The Achaemenid Period

    Golden fish artifact displayed in a museum, exemplifying ancient marvels of mankind.

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    #25

    Jewelry Of A Scythian Queen, Found In The Chertomlyk Barrow, Near Nikopol, Katerynoslavsk Governorate (At Present Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, Ukraine)

    Ancient marvels: a collection of intricate gold artifacts showcasing historical craftsmanship.

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    #26

    This Wooden Foldable Bed Was Found In Tutankhamun's Tomb In The Valley Of The Kings, In Luxor. It Is Believed To Be The First Of Its Kind

    Ancient marvel of mankind: a wooden ancient Egyptian bed with intricate craftsmanship on display.

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    #27

    Nestled In The Heart Of Cambodia, The Ko Paen Bamboo Bridgeis A Testament To Human Ingenuity And The Remarkable Properties Of Bamboo

    Bamboo bridge crowded with vehicles and pedestrians over a river, showcasing an ancient marvel of mankind.

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    #28

    Detailed Image Of The Hairstyle Of A Soldier From The Famous Terracotta Statue Army Of The First Emperor Of China

    Back view of an ancient terracotta warrior statue, showcasing intricate braided hair details.

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    #29

    The Paracas Candelabra Is A Well-Known Prehistoric Geoglyph Found On The Northern Face Of The Paracas Peninsula In Pisco Bay In Peru

    Ancient geoglyph carved into sandy hill, a marvel of mankind overlooking a coastal landscape.

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    #30

    Persepolis Iran, Was Founded By Darius I Circa 518 Bc As The Cerymonial Capital

    Ancient marvels: a stone statue depicting a winged figure with intricate carvings stands against a cloudy sky.

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    A Copy Of The Lotus Sutra In A Lavishly Decorated Scroll From Japan, C.1636. Courtesy British Library Board

    Ancient scroll with detailed golden artwork and text, showcasing historical marvels of mankind.

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    #32

    More Than 3500 Year Old Minoan Road, The Oldest Road In Europe

    Ancient marvel cobblestone road flanked by stone walls and greenery, illustrating historical engineering.

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    #33

    This Remarkable Gold Buckle, Adorned With Turquoise Inlays, Offers A Captivating Glimpse Into The Rich Cultural Fusion Of Ancient Bactria

    Ancient marvel: intricate gold and turquoise artifact with figures, symbolizing historical craftsmanship.

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    #34

    The Bacino Di San Marco, Which Is Decorated In Piazza San Marco With The Cathedral And The Ducal Palace

    Historic architecture of Venice, showcasing ancient marvels with ornate buildings and a dramatic sky.

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    #35

    The Xerxes Cuneiform Van, Also Known As The Xerxes Inscription, Is A Significant Artifact From The Reign Of Xerxes I, Who Ruled The Achaemenid Empire From 486 To 465 Bce

    Ancient marvel: Inscription carved into rock, showcasing historical script and cultural significance.

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    #36

    Circa 2500 Bc, A Fire-Flame Cooking Vessel (Ka'en Doki) From Ancient Japan

    Intricate ancient pottery with ornate carvings, showcasing the marvels of mankind's historical craftsmanship.

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    #37

    Minoan Clay "Bag" With Labrys Symbols From Psira, Eastern Crete. Post Palatial Period, 1450-1200 B.c

    Ancient marvels depicted on a ceramic artifact with intricate patterns and dual handles, showcasing historical craftsmanship.

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    #38

    Ciumesti Helmet Is An Iron Age Celtic Helmet Adorned With A Raven Totem

    Ancient marvels: A detailed sculpture resembling a bird with mechanical elements, showcasing human ingenuity.

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    A Large T-Shaped Pendant Was Discovered At The Maya Archaeological Site Of Nim Li Punit In Southern Belize. What Makes The Jade Pendant Remarkable Is The Fact That It Is Inscribed With A Historical Text Consisting Of 30 Hieroglyphs

    Ancient marvel with intricate carvings on a stone slab, showcasing historical writing and symbols.

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    #40

    Gold Necklace Pendants With Images Of A Siren And Daemonic Bees. 2nd Half Of The 7th C. Bc. (Nationalmuseet, Copenhagen)

    Gold ancient marvels depicting ornate human figures in historical attire on a white background.

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