Archaeologists Found 300 Ancient Treasures on the Hilltop of a Volcano
created: May 7, 2025, 12:30 p.m. | updated: May 13, 2025, 12:51 p.m.
Archeologists have discovered at least six hoards of ancient artifacts on top of a volcanic hilltop.
Finds at the site include spearheads, tusks of domestic boars, and objects associated with bronze working, all dating back between the Late Bronze Age and Early Iron Age.
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However, researchers do know that the farmers discovered artifacts like jewelry, weapons, and bronze vessels.
“Hoard V is probably the most recent of the Late Bronze Age depositions so far identified on the hill,” the paper reads.
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