Old Barrels and Networks of Trade
How urban and marine archaeology allows us to dive into medieval international commerce.
New archaeological work begins at Leicester Cathedral
The team behind the discovery of Richard III have resumed major archaeological excavations at Leicester Cathedral, close to where the English king was found.
Crusader-era hand grenades? New research examines uses of medieval ceramics
The findings showed that some of the vessels contained a flammable and probably explosive material that indicated they may have been used as medieval hand grenades.
Researchers to examine the origins of the Maritime Silk Route
An international team of researchers will be delving into medieval ceramics and how they led to the origins of the Maritime Silk Route.
New insights into Scotland’s ‘bodies in the bog’
In 1976, the remains of 14 individuals were discovered in the latrine of a Roman bathhouse in Cramond, Scotland. Dubbed the ‘bodies in the bog’, they were considered a mystery. Now, new research has revealed details about who these people were and where they came from.
Egypt’s emerald mines fell under the control of the Blemmyes in the Early Middle Ages, archaeologists find
Control over emerald mines in Egypt shifted from the Roman Empire to the Blemmyes during the Early Middle Ages, archaeologists have found.
Fourth-century amphitheater discovered in Switzerland
Archaeologists in Switzerland have discovered the remains of a Roman amphitheater, which they believe dates to the fourth century AD.
New study aims to better understand Viking weapons
A team of researchers will be studying the chemical make-up of iron artefacts from the Viking age aims to uncover new insights into where they came from and better understand their use in early medieval warfare.
Digging into the Dark Ages: Early Medieval Fake Histories and How to Combat Them
Howard Williams will address how archaeology has long transformed our understanding of the period and yet myths, legends, fantasies and fake histories persist.
Viking Age boat burials: a history of research
Boats form a subset of grave goods increasingly found in Viking Age burials, which have been the subject of much scholarly debate, especially from the 19th century onwards.
Early Medieval graveyard discovered
Archaeologists in Germany have discovered 110 graves dating back to the sixth and seventh centuries. Their finds include gold and bronze objects, along with a decapitated horse.
Remains from 14th century shipwreck discovered in Israel
Archaeologists in Israel have discovered the remains of two shipwrecks that foundered off the coast of Caesarea. One of the ships dates to the 14th century, while the other was from about the third century AD.
10th-century Viking brooches discovered on the Isle of Man
Two stunning Viking Brooches discovered on the Isle of Man in 2018 have now gone on display at the Manx Museum. The highly decorated oval brooches date to around AD 900 – 950 and are made from bronze with silver wire decoration.
Galloway Hoard yields another exciting discovery
A rare rock crystal jar found wrapped in textiles as part of the Galloway Hoard, which dates back to around the year 900, has been conserved, revealing a Latin inscription written in gold. The inscription says the jar was made for a bishop named Hyguald.
Sutton Hoo Lyre has a connection to Central Asia, archaeologist finds
Re-analysis of finds from Soviet-era digs in Kazakhstan has identified a lyre from the 4th century, which matches the type of lyre found at the famous Sutton Hoo early medieval ship burial from 7th century England.
11th-century Gold earring discovered in Denmark
A metal detector in Denmark has discovered a unique piece of gold jewellery from the 11th century that has never been seen before in Scandinavia. It was possibly donated personally by the emperor of Byzantium to a Viking leader.
Archaeologist reveals how diverse graves were in medieval Finland
Ulla Moilanen studied medieval graves in Finland and found out that the period was more diverse than previously thought.
Roman statues discovered under medieval church in England
Archaeologists in central England working on the HS2 project have uncovered a set of incredible rare Roman statues whilst excavating a Norman Church in Stoke Mandeville.
Medieval tannery discovered at Fountains Abbey
The largest tannery yet discovered at a monastic site in Britain has been identified at Fountains Abbey in northern England, revealing some remarkable new evidence about the community of monks and lay brothers who lived there.
1,500-year-old mosaics uncovered at ruins of a Byzantine basilica
Archeologists working in the Golan Heights have uncovered mosaic floors dating back to the sixth century. It is believed to be part of a Byzantine basilica that was originally the legendary Church of the Apostles.
900-Year-Old Crusader Sword discovered by scuba diver
The sword’s discovery suggests that the natural anchorage where it was found was also used by ships in the Crusader period.
Ancient DNA analysis tells the story of the ‘Segorbe Giant’
An international research team of geneticists, archaeological scientists, and archaeologists has published the genome sequence of a unique individual from al-Andalus known as the ‘Segorbe Giant’.
Massive early medieval wine factory discovered in Israel
A huge 1,500-year-old industrial estate has been uncovered in archeological excavations in the Israeli city of Yavne. During the Byzantine era this site could have produced as much as two million litres of wine every year.
A non-binary warrior in medieval Scandinavia?
The modern re-analysis of a grave found in Finland over 50 years ago is challenging the traditional beliefs about gender roles in medieval Scandinavia.
Mass grave of crusaders discovered in Lebanon
A new study has revealed details about the remains of 25 soldiers from two mass graves discovered within the dry moat of Sidon Castle, Lebanon.