Ancient Secrets Unearthed: German Father and Sons Stumble Upon 3,500-Year-Old Dagger in Forest Walk
According to experts, a discovery like this is extremely rare, especially because the artifact was uncovered almost completely intact. Now, the dagger will be preserved and studied before being put on display, allowing archaeologists to learn more about the daily lives of those who lived in central Germany more than three millennia ago.
How Maik Böhner Found An Ancient Dagger Lying In Plain Sight On A Forest Floor
Maik Böhner found the dagger by chance while out for a walk with his two sons, according to the German news outlet Bild. It was simply lying face-up on the forest floor.
Experts believe the dagger ended up in this unique position thanks to heavy rains washing away the soil, leaving this ancient artifact exposed. It’s actually not uncommon for heavy rainfall to reveal archaeological artifacts in this region of Germany.
The area is prone to sinkholes and soil movement, and it’s home to many underground streams. These geological features allow for artifacts buried in the ground to be revealed in the wake of storms or heavy rain.
Hauke ​​Arnold/Thuringian State Office for Monument Preservation and ArchaeologyMeasuring eight inches long and made of bronze, the dagger was found astonishingly intact.
The type of blade that Böhner stumbled upon is known as a plate-tanged dagger, a variety with a domed and riveted hilt that’s specific to the Bronze Age. The dagger is nearly eight inches long and features a wide and flat blade.
Just after finding the dagger, Böhner reported it to the Thuringian State Office for Monument Preservation and Archaeology in Weimar. Archaeologists applauded Böhner for taking appropriate action by immediately reporting the find, rather than trying to hold onto the dagger himself.
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