Ancient Persians believed the sky was blue because it reflected a massive sapphire beneath the Earth, giving the stone cosmic symbolism. Kings, priests, and rulers wore sapphires to signal wisdom, ...

We could all use a little extra luck, and Chinese good luck symbols could bring luck energy into your life. These good luck symbols take many forms, such as Chinese characters, statues of dragons, ...

Pyrite, often referred to as "Fool's Gold" due to its striking resemblance to gold, is a powerful stone with a rich history and a plethora of uses. Known for its protective and energizing properties, ...

Humans have been getting ink for at least 5,200 years. Here are some of the most intriguing ancient tattoos, from cultic symbols to complex horse motifs. The remains of the intricately tattooed body ...

In the realm of spiritual symbols and talismans, few objects carry as much mystery and significance as the red string bracelet and the dragon symbol. Both have ancient origins, rooted deeply in ...

The felling of a 500-year-old ancient oak in north London has led to an outpouring of anger, echoing the reaction when the Sycamore Gap tree is alleged to have been chopped down in September 2023.

The entrance to the temple of Sîn as excavated by the Chicago team. The protruding plinth on which the symbols of Sargon appeared is highlighted in red. Credit: Institute for the Study of Ancient ...