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According to the Miami Herald, archaeologists recently found a gemstone and dagger at an ancient agricultural settlement in Germany. The artifacts were discovered near Anreppen, the site of a 1,600-year-old Roman military camp.
The gemstone was engraved with the image of the Roman god Mercury, who is holding a purse in one hand and a staff in the other. Archaeologists indicated that they believe the gemstone was part of a 2,000-year-old ring.
Meanwhile, the dagger, which features brass stripes, may have been produced during the Roman Empire. It was found under the cellar floor of a farmstead’s outbuilding.
At the time of the discovery, the dagger was buried with the blade sticking straight up, the Miami Herald reported. Researchers noted that the knife was buried deep in the ground. As such, whoever buried the blade likely did not want to cause anyone who found it to get hurt.
Additional research is underway to learn more about the gemstone and dagger. At this point, archaeologists are questioning the knife’s purpose. They have indicated that the dagger may have been used as part of a cult and buried to keep evil spirits away.
Along with the gemstone and dagger, other artifacts were discovered previously at the same site. These artifacts included coins, metals, and pottery fragments. They show that the site may have been home to a settlement where residents produced textiles, jewelry, and other items.
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