The Origins of Mycenaean Gold: Thrace, Egypt, or Beyond?

The Archaeologist

The Origins of Mycenaean Gold: Thrace, Egypt, or Beyond?

By Dimosthenis Vasiloudis The Mycenaean civilization, flourishing between 1600 and 1100 BC on the Greek mainland, was well-known for its opulence, notably evident in the vast amounts of gold objects discovered in its archaeological sites. Many scholars and enthusiasts alike have pondered the source of this immense wealth, asking, "Where did the Mycenaeans get their gold?" This article explores some prominent theories, focusing on the regions of…