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Ivory Jar Unearthed Near Be'er Sheva

Israeli archaeologists infer that over 6,000 years ago, during the Chalcolithic period, there existed significant cultural connections between the inhabitants of ancient Israel and Egypt

Apr 12, 2024
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Unveiling a Mysterious Relic

In a groundbreaking discovery, archaeologists from the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) have unearthed a remarkable artifact near Be'er Sheva—a jar made of elephant ivory ritually buried over 6,000 years ago. This intriguing finding, uncovered during excavations at Horvat Raqiq, offers a tantalizing glimpse into the cultura…

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