Archaeologists discover spectacular treasure from the Dark Ages in Poland

One of the artifacts found at the site.
(Image credit: Twitter/Ancient Origins)

More than 130 years ago, a Polish farmer discovered a golden treasure trove from the sixth century B.C.E. Some of the artifacts were taken to a museum in Berlin, but many of the treasures were lost again, until now.

Archaeologists have finally re-discovered the fabled site, home to artifacts from the Scythians, a warrior group of nomadic invaders. Ancient Origins notes that the Scythians, a people of Iranian descent, founded an empire in modern-day Crimea. Some researchers believe the treasure belonged to Scythian leaders who died in battle with local culture, while others believe the Scythians offered them to local chiefs as diplomatic gifts.

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Meghan DeMaria

Meghan DeMaria is a staff writer at TheWeek.com. She has previously worked for USA Today and Marie Claire.