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What if some of the most important books of an ancient civilization survived destruction, preserving knowledge that is still being studied centuries later? The Mayan Codices are among the rarest and most valuable documents from the ancient Americas. Created by Maya scribes before the arrival…

What if a seemingly ordinary hammer was discovered embedded within ancient rock, suggesting a history far older than anyone expected? The London Hammer is one of the most famous "out-of-place artifacts," or OOPArts, ever discussed. According to supporters, the hammer was found partially encased in…

What if thousands of clay figurines appeared to show humans living alongside dinosaurs—and what if they were either one of archaeology's greatest discoveries or one of its greatest controversies? The Acámbaro Figurines are a collection of more than 30,000 small clay artifacts reportedly discovered near…

What if a carved stone discovered in the American Midwest contained evidence that European explorers reached North America long before Columbus? The Kensington Runestone is one of the most controversial artifacts in North American history. Discovered in Minnesota in 1898, the stone bears a lengthy…

What if a collection of mysterious stone discs discovered in a remote cave contained evidence of a forgotten civilization—or perhaps one of archaeology's most persistent legends? The Dropa Stones are among the most controversial artifacts in alternative history. According to a widely circulated story, a…