The team of archaeologists from Secrets Of The Ice research made a fascinating discovery on top of a mountain in Norway: a surprisingly well preserved arrow, dated approximately 3,600 years ago, therefore belonging to the beginning of the Bronze Age.
The discovery was shared by the team on its official Facebook page in September. In addition to the arrow, other ancient artifacts were also found.
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The object was located during a check on the Jotunheimen mountain glacier, and archaeologists joked that, Although the item appears to have been lost recently, in reality it is quite old, dating back to a distant period in history. history.
(Image: Reproduction/Secrets Of The Ice)
The arrow found by the team of archaeologists has an unusual shell-shaped tip and was made from material from freshwater mussels.
The frequency of discoveries like this
In an interview with the newspaper Hyperallergic, the archaeologist and co-director of the program shared the reasons behind the frequent discovery of antiquities in the region.
He explained that the retreat of glaciers and ice patches has resulted in the release of artifacts that have remained preserved in the ice over time.
Such objects are now exposed and face rapid deterioration. Therefore, the team of archaeologists are involved in a race against time to locate and recover them before their condition deteriorates further.
The Secrets Of The Ice program began work in 2006, coinciding with the first “big melt” recorded in the Jotunheimen mountains.
The region is known for its connection to Norse folklore, where they are associated with frost giants, who, in tales related to the Norse gods, are mortal enemies of Thor, Odin, Loki and company limited. Furthermore, the place is one of the highest mountain ranges in Europe.
During the years of research and exploration, the team managed to rescue approximately 4 thousand artifacts ancient ones that were preserved in ice.
Items include a variety of hunting equipment and tools, textile remnants, historic modes of transportation, and articles of clothing.
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