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Helmet dated to Persian Wars found along Israel's coast


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Archaeologists dated a Corinthian helmet to the sixth century BC, a time when the Greek city-states clashed with the mighty Persian Empire.

According to the Israeli Antiquities Authority (IAA), the Corinthian helmet was made in the Corinthian style, named after the Greek city of Corinth.

Although it is cracked and rusted after spending about 2,600 years in the water, you can still make out an intricate, peacock-like pattern above its eyes.

Kobi Sharvit, director of the Marine Unit of the Israel Antiquities Authority, said: “The helmet probably belonged to a Greek warrior stationed on one of the Greek fleet’s warships that participated in the naval conflict against the Persians who ruled the country at the time.”

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GovernmentHookah

Would it be safe to touch something like that!? Imagine picking that up and cutting yourself. :cryga:

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CannaeDrive

This 2600 year old bronze thing  is remarkably preserved.

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