An ancient tomb containing three bodies from the 14th century BCE has surprised researchers with a “unique treasure” that reveals advanced technology once present in what is now Germany.
According to Live Science, this treasure is a sword that shines astonishingly after being buried for nearly 3,500 years.
The “timeless” sword from the ancient tomb in Germany – (Photo: BAVARIA STATE MONUMENTS OFFICE).
The precious sword was discovered in Nordlingen, Bavaria, within an ancient tomb that contained the remains of a man, a woman, and a child. It appears that the three individuals were buried not long apart from each other, but their exact relationship remains unclear, according to a statement from the Bavaria State Monument Office.
The sword is remarkably well-preserved, still radiating a brilliant shine in photographs taken at the site, although the handle shows some greenish discoloration due to copper oxidation.
The octagonal hilt is intricately decorated, while the blade is cast using advanced techniques, with the weight concentrated towards the tip, making it an extremely effective weapon for combat.
However, there are no scratches or signs of wear on the sword, indicating that it was likely used for ceremonial rather than practical purposes.
Discovering such a valuable artifact is quite rare in an area that has many ancient tombs, most of which have been looted.
Intricately crafted weapons that are exceptionally well-preserved, like the sword mentioned, hold significant scientific value, as they can reveal the technological level of the civilization that created them. Clearly, with an age of nearly 3,500 years, it is a treasure produced by metallurgists who were far ahead of much of the world at that time.
