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Ancient Technology

Dating back thousands of years are numerous examples of ancient technology that leave us awe-struck at the knowledge and wisdom held by people of our past. They were the result of incredible advances in engineering and innovation as new, powerful civilizations emerged and came to dominate the ancient world. These advances stimulated societies to adopt new ways of living and governance, as well as new ways of understanding their world. However, many ancient technology mysteries were forgotten, lost to the pages of history, only to be re-invented millennia later. Here we feature ancient technology history and dozens of amazing artifacts that reflect the brilliance of ancient minds.

Eye Liner From 8,200-Years-Ago Recovered From Neolithic Mound
17 September, 2024 - 18:12 Sahir

Eye Liner From 8,200-Years-Ago Recovered From Neolithic Mound

During the archaeological excavations at Yeşilova Höyük Mound in Izmir’s Bornova district, a remarkable 8,200-year-old kohl applicator (AKA eye liner) made from stone was discovered. It is evidence...
Untouched Viking Silver Treasure Unearthed in Norway
14 September, 2024 - 14:38 Gary Manners

Untouched Viking Silver Treasure Unearthed in Norway

Archaeologists from the University of Stavanger have uncovered an incredible Viking treasure on a mountainside in Årdal, Hjelmeland municipality. Buried for over 1,000 years, the hoard consists of...
20 Clovis tools and hundreds of pieces of manufacturing and refurbishment debris at the Belson Clovis Site in St. Joseph County.
13 September, 2024 - 15:49 Nathan Falde

Clovis People Created Seasonal Hunting Camp in Michigan 13,000 Years Ago

Recent archaeological excavations produced evidence showing that the first humans to live in the Great Lakes region of North America built a summer hunting camp in southwestern Michigan,...
A Baidara, a traditional leather skin boat of the Chukchi and Eskimos
11 September, 2024 - 17:49 Gary Manners

Scandinavians Were Building Advanced Boats Way Before the Viking Era

The Neolithic Pitted Ware Culture (PWC), which thrived in Scandinavia around 3500–2300 BC, has long fascinated archaeologists due to its reliance on marine resources, particularly seals, while...
Detail of Minoan painting, from Akrotiri, the Ship Procession.
10 September, 2024 - 22:30 Nik Aed

3,500-Year-Old Advanced Minoan Technology Was ‘Lost Art’ Not Seen Again Until 1950s

The Minoans employed advanced construction methods using natural materials to create seaworthy composite ship hulls which would not be out-of-place in a modern-day marina. The construction method...
Two of the intact millefiori panels recovered at Andriake Port
10 September, 2024 - 20:19 Gary Manners

Hundreds of Stunning Millefiori Glass Panels Unearthed at Andriake Port

Excavations at the ancient port of Andriake, in the Demre district of Antalya, Turkey, have revealed an extraordinary discovery of millefiori glass panels, a luxurious and intricate form of...
Egyptian Fort Including Barracks & Weapons to Ward off Invading Sea Peoples Discovered
10 September, 2024 - 17:42 Gary Manners

Egyptian Fort Including Barracks & Weapons to Ward off Invading Sea Peoples Discovered

A thrilling new discovery in Egypt has unveiled the remnants of a once-vital military fortress used to defend the shores from attackers such as the ‘sea people’ and dating back to the New Kingdom era...
Pythagorean cup isolated on white background.
10 September, 2024 - 12:30 Alicia McDermott

Pythagorean Cup: Turning Greedy Partygoers into Wet Blankets

The Pythagorean Cup ( also known as the Pythagoras Cup) is one of Pythagoras’s lesser-known inventions. Depending on who you speak to, this rather plain looking cup was either meant to teach people a...
Piece of 1,300-Year-Old Wood Came from Japanese Multiplication Tablet
9 September, 2024 - 21:34 Nathan Falde

Piece of 1,300-Year-Old Wood Came from Japanese Multiplication Table

A strip of wood unearthed during 2001 excavations at the site of the ancient Japanese capital city of Fujiwara-kyo is a far more sophisticated artifact than it appears at first glance. After more...
2,700-Year-Old Bronze Shields and Helmet Dedicated to Chief God Haldi
9 September, 2024 - 14:49 Sahir

2,700-Year-Old Bronze Shields and Helmet Dedicated to Chief God Haldi

Three bronze shields and a ceremonial bronze helmet, dedicated to Haldi, the chief god of the Urartians, were recently discovered during excavations at the historical Ayanis Castle in Van province,...
The Neanderthal bone spear point discovered at the Abric Romaní rock shelter in Spain.
7 September, 2024 - 14:20 Nathan Falde

Unique 50,000-Year-Old Neanderthal Bone Spear Point Recovered in Spain

Excavations at Neanderthal sites in Europe have produced many eye-opening finds that have forced scientists to re-examine previously held beliefs about the capabilities of this long-extinct human...
The remains of a kurgan burial mound found in Kazakhstan with two stone ridges known as "mustaches."
6 September, 2024 - 14:51 Gary Manners

‘Mustached’ Burial Mounds Discovered in Kazakhstan

Archaeologists have uncovered ten ancient burial mounds, known as kurgans, in Kazakhstan's Ulytau region, with some displaying distinctive "mustaches." These kurgans, which likely date back to the...
Pont Du Gard, Nimes, France.
5 September, 2024 - 20:31 Aleksa Vučković

The Wonders of Ancient Engineering: 15 Most Amazing Ancient Aqueducts

Throughout history, aqueducts have stood as monumental testaments to human ingenuity, engineering prowess, and the enduring quest for survival and prosperity. These marvels of ancient and modern...
Equipment including bent sword, shears, and umbo from the center of a shield found at the Vandal cemetery.
5 September, 2024 - 17:15 Gary Manners

Graves of Vandal Warriors Discovered in Poland

The graves of two warriors from the Germanic Vandal tribe have been unearthed in a cemetery in Poland. These warriors, buried with their weapons and artifacts, offer a rare glimpse into the funerary...
Hakan Öni releasing the Bronze dagger from the seabed.
30 August, 2024 - 14:39 Sahir

3,600-Year-Old Bronze Dagger Recovered from World’s Oldest Shipwreck

A thrilling underwater adventure off the coast of Kumluca, Antalya, has just unearthed a dazzling bronze dagger with silver rivets, believed to be around 3,600 years old, from the time of the...
History Fuzz Logo
29 August, 2024 - 13:30 ashley cowie

Podcast: History Fuzz: Episode 00: Ashley Cowie. Introduction. Delineating the Show Themes, Structure, and Schedule

Ancient Origins Premium is now featuring select episodes of the History Fuzz Podcast hosted by historian, adventurer, author, broadcaster, Ashley Cowie! Each episode will be featured bi-weekly and...
Battering ram dating to the Battle of the Aegates recovered near Sicily.
27 August, 2024 - 20:33 Gary Manners

Bronze Battering Ram from the Battle of the Aegates Recovered

The azure waters off the coast of Sicily, location of the ancient clash between Rome and Carthage, continue to yield their secrets. In the latest archaeological campaign conducted in August, a team...
Ancient Artifacts Emerge as Snow Melts in Western Norway
26 August, 2024 - 14:30 Gary Manners

Ancient Artifacts Emerge as Snow Melts in Western Norway

As unusually low snow levels reveal ancient treasures in the mountains of Western Norway, archaeologists are urging hikers to stay vigilant. The melting snow is expected to uncover a wealth of...
Detailed view of the Japanese swords guard plate (tsuba) with the inlaid and melted chrysanthemum motif and the water lines.
23 August, 2024 - 20:01 Gary Manners

A 17th-Century Japanese Wakizashi Unearthed in Berlin

Archaeologists in Berlin have made an astonishing discovery while excavating a former cellar in the city’s historic Molkenmarkt area. What was initially thought to be a simple military artifact from...
The Second Horseman: Medieval Rus Warrior Burials Discovered in Russia
11 August, 2024 - 17:50 Gary Manners

The Second Horseman: Medieval Rus Warrior Burials Discovered in Russia

Recent excavations at the Gnezdilovo burial ground, near the historic town of Suzdal in Russia, are offering fresh insights into the region's early medieval history. Led by the Suzdal expedition of...
Ancient Technology Revealed: Excavation Unveils 2,600-year-old Terracotta Pipeline
10 August, 2024 - 15:43 Gary Manners

Ancient Technology Revealed: Excavation Unveils 2,600-year-old Terracotta Pipeline

The Keeladi archaeological site in Tamil Nadu, India, continues to yield remarkable discoveries that deepen our understanding of early South Indian civilizations. Recent excavations have unearthed an...
The ancient roman aqueduct in Segovia Spain.
9 August, 2024 - 23:28 Robbie Mitchell

What Did the Romans Ever Do for Us? (Video)

Although the Roman Empire fell over 1,500 years ago, its influence is evident in many aspects of modern society . Roman advancements significantly shaped technological and social progress. One...
The finders of the compass in front of a painting of Copernicus, at the Nicolaus Copernicus Museum in Frombork, Poland.
8 August, 2024 - 19:17 Gary Manners

Rare 16th-Century Compass Unearthed in Frombork: A Link to Copernicus?

Archaeologists in Frombork, Poland, have unearthed a rare 16th-century compass, a remarkable find that may be linked to the time of Nicolaus Copernicus, the pioneering astronomer. Discovered during a...
In situ artifacts from Algiers shipwreck, on top of wooden hull elements in the stern of the Barbary Corsair wreck.
6 August, 2024 - 18:13 Sahir

Wreck-Hunters Uncover A ‘Great Maritime Horror’ in the Mediterranean

Wreck-hunters have struck gold, or rather, a pirate ship, deep in the Mediterranean waters between Spain and Morocco! The remains of a 17th-century Barbary corsair have been uncovered, and it's...

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