Archaeology breakthrough as 'exceptionally rare' Roman artefact unearthed

Archaeologists in Denmark have uncovered an "exceptionally rare" Roman-era helmet alongside a hoard of weapons, revealing insights into ancient warrior rituals.

Archaeologists Unearth ‘Exceptionally Rare’ Roman Helmet at the Site of ‘Weapon Sacrifice’

When it comes to archaeological discoveries, few things excite as much as a soldier’s helmet. The epitome of looking into the face of the past, they’ve helped historians infer so much about ancient and medieval warfare. Recently in Denmark, archaeologists became elated when looking through an Iron Age excavation they identified the first Roman Imperial […] The post Archaeologists Unearth ‘Exceptionally Rare’ Roman Helmet at the Site of ‘Weapon S…

Lost in Time: First Roman Helmet Found in Denmark - Archaeologs

In a groundbreaking discovery, archaeologists in Denmark have uncovered an exceptionally rare Roman-era helmet alongside a stunning collection of weapons, shedding new light on the warrior traditions of antiquity.

Archaeology breakthrough as 'exceptionally rare' ancient Roman artefact unearthed - New York Times Post

An “exceptionally rare” Roman-era helmet was found in Denmark, along with a significant hoard of weapons. They were found strategically placed within the postholes of two ancient houses at Losning Sondermark. When researchers from the Cultural Museum in Vejle, Denmark,  first found two iron plates, each the size of a human palm, they were not sure what its purpose was historically. However, upon further inspection using X-ray imaging, they learn…