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Sep 9 2014

Fighting to Save Syria’s Treasured Artifacts

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The ongoing Syrian war has not just caused devastation to its cities, towns and people, but it has equally devastated the culture and the history. The Association for the Protection of Syrian Archaeology (APSA) is an organization that’s here to preserve Syria’s past. With the constant gunfire and bombs being set off, sites have been tragically pulverized. Here is a before and […]

Sep 2 2014

The Debate On Funding Greek Antiquities

The Debate On Funding Greek Antiquities

Deep within a forest of olives in Greece, an asclepio, or an ancient healing center, was discovered – but one that has not been recorded in any ancient or modern source, explains archaeologist Xeni Arapogianni. It’s an entirely new discovery that tells us a tremendous amount about the ancient city that it came from. But there is one problem […]

Aug 26 2014

5 Must-See Antiquity Museums

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1. Metropolitan Museum of Art – New York, NY The Metropolitan Museum of Art is the single largest museum in the world under one roof. While it can be overwhelming, it offers a broad understanding for each ancient civilization throughout history. The Metropolitan Museum has more than 2 million works of art representing 5,000 years of history. It’s […]

Aug 17 2014

Antiquities Are Making a Comeback

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Antiquities are making a comeback in a big way. According to the New York Times, “Last month in London, sculptures from ancient Egypt and ancient Rome sold for 15.8 million pounds and £9.4 million respectively, setting the highest prices at Christie’s and Sotheby’s summer auctions of pre-20th-century works.” The rise in sales of these antiquities […]

Aug 17 2014

Technology Changing the Game for Antique Bidding

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Internet and technology are changing the game for antique bidding. Technology has the ability to give people valuable information quickly and efficiently. When it comes to learning about the value of antiques and obtaining appraisals, more people are finding that expert advice online. With the advances of the Internet and mobile technology, appraisals can be done in real […]

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