In 1974, Bulgarian archaeologists unearthed
In 1974, Bulgarian archaeologists unearthed
a groundbreaking discovery near Varna, Bulgaria: a sprawling Copper Age necropolis dating back to the 5th millennium BC. Among its treasures were the world's oldest known gold artifacts, shedding light on the advanced metallurgical capabilities of the pioneering Varna culture.
a groundbreaking discovery near Varna, Bulgaria: a sprawling Copper Age necropolis dating back to the 5th millennium BC. Among its treasures were the world's oldest known gold artifacts, shedding light on the advanced metallurgical capabilities of the pioneering Varna culture.
This find not only predates Sumerian and Egyptian civilizations but also challenges our understanding of early European technological achievements. It suggests a level of craftsmanship and metallurgical knowledge previously unrecognized, sparking new inquiries into the development of ancient civilizations.
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