The Archaeological Museum of the University of Münster in Germany has returned a marble head of a man, dated to around 150 CE, to Greece. The return followed concerns from researchers about the artifact’s ownership history. During the repatriation ceremony, Greek Culture
A Byzantine-era oil lamp, seven ancient coins, and a gold medallion dating back to the fourth century have been repatriated to Türkiye from Switzerland. These artifacts were recovered through a cultural property trafficking investigation led by Swiss authorities. The investigation began when
Geneva showcases archaeological treasures from the Gaza Strip, providing a safe haven for the heritage of a region ravaged by war. The “Patrimony in Peril” exhibition at the Museum of Art and History (MAH) features 44 artifacts, including amphoras, statuettes, vases, oil
In a remarkable feat of historical preservation and archaeological research, a Roman-era legionary armor uncovered in the ancient city of Satala in Turkey’s northern province of Gümüşhane has been carefully restored to its original shape. The Turkish Culture and Tourism Ministry has
Kümbet village, located in the Seyitgazi district of Eskişehir, is home to a history that traces back to the Phrygians and houses numerous historical artifacts from various periods. Village headman Seydi Ay expressed concerns about the loss of many historical artifacts due to
A 2,700-year-old Assyrian lamassu—a protective deity sculpture—was recently re-excavated in Iraq, astounding experts with its size and condition. The Iraqi State Board of Antiquities and Heritage (SBAH) announced yesterday that the figure, depicting a human head and a body akin to bull
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