3-Year-Old Girl Discovers Ancient Egyptian Amulet in Israel
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Science
April 6, 2025 23:30
israel, jerusalem - A 3-year-old girl finds 3800-year-old Egyptian artifact while hiking near Jerusalem, adding to Israel's young archaeologists' discoveries.
Young Archaeologist's Discovery
A 3-year-old girl in Israel uncovered an ancient Egyptian amulet while on a family hike near Jerusalem.
Key Details:
- Ziv Nitzan, aged 3, found a small stone with teeth engraved, revealing a 3800-year-old Egyptian scarab amulet.
- The artifact, discovered near Tel Azekah, is believed to have belonged to the Canaanites around 1800 BC.
- Similar past discoveries by young hikers in Israel include Roman-era ring and 3400-year-old sculpture.