The iconic Athenian owl, replicated from the ancient tetradrachm, has taken flight in the collecting world. Certain Greek one-euro coins featuring this design, particularly those with a Finnish "S" mint mark, are soaring in value, fetching prices far exceeding their face value.
Ancient Greece
A brush fire in Pacific Palisades has affected some trees and vegetation at the Getty Villa, but no structures have been damaged. The museum, dedicated to Ancient Greek, Roman, and Etruscan artifacts, remains safe, with staff and the collection secure. The Getty Villa is currently closed to the public and non-emergency staff due to the fire.
Archimedes was a Greek mathematician, physicist, engineer, inventor, and astronomer born in 287 BCE in…
In ancient Greece, the concept of "philosopher kings" was championed by Plato, who believed that…
Exquisite Bronze Age artifacts discovered by University of Cincinnati researchers Jack Davis and Sharon Stocker will be on public display in Greece for the first time this year. These treasures, including the celebrated Pylos Combat Agate and artifacts from the Griffin Warrior tomb, offer a rare glimpse into the world of the Mycenaean elite. The exhibition Princes of Pylos will travel through Greece and the United States, showcasing the wealth and artistry of one of the most powerful civilizations of the Aegean world, with insights from recent discoveries that continue to reshape our understanding of ancient Greece.
A remarkable hoard of 160 ancient Greek coins dating back 2,000 years has been unearthed in Israel's Jordan Valley, shedding light on the economic and cultural landscape of the Hasmonean period. Discovered by University of Haifa archaeologists, this exceptionally large find provides a rare glimpse into the daily life of travelers and merchants along an ancient route.
A large Roman-Byzantine settlement and monastery, complete with a mosaic floor bearing a Greek biblical inscription, has been unearthed near Kiryat Gat, Israel. The discovery sheds light on a prosperous community and includes a winepress, ceramics workshop, and evidence of extensive trade. Excavations are ongoing.
Turkish Airlines has launched its “UNESCO Türkiye Series” amenity kit collection, inspired by six UNESCO World Heritage sites in Turkey, including Ephesus, Cappadocia, and Troy—each with deep connections to ancient Greece and the Hellenistic period. Available to Business Class passengers on flights ranging from five to eight hours, the kits blend the country’s rich cultural history with modern design and sustainability. Developed in collaboration with the Turkish National Commission for UNESCO, these kits offer travelers a unique way to connect with Türkiye’s ancient past, including its Greek heritage, while flying in comfort.
He was a significant yet controversial figure in the turbulent history of ancient Macedon during…
The tomb of Philip II of Macedon, father of Alexander the Great, was confirmed in…
Pyrrhus II ruled Epirus from 255 BCE to 237 BCE. As a monarch, he inherited…
An ancient Greek shipwreck off the coast of Sicily has yielded ingots of orichalcum, the mythical "Atlantis metal," offering unprecedented insight into this legendary alloy.
Pytheas of Massalia (c. 350 – 300 BCE) was an ancient Greek explorer and geographer…
Alexander II of Epirus (c. 297–255 BCE) was a Hellenistic king from the Aeacid dynasty,…
Lysimachus was a prominent military leader in the aftermath of Alexander the Great's death, one…
The Roman frontier in Crimea is one of the more obscure regions in the history…
In the 5th century BC, a curious Greek named Herodotus embarked on a journey that…
Mycenaean presence in Cyprus marks a significant chapter in the island’s history, particularly during the…
Lanassa, born around 320 BCE, was a prominent figure in Hellenistic history. She was known…
Greek colonies, established during the periods of colonisation between the 8th and 6th centuries BCE,…