Study suggests 13 ancient Greek rings were crafted from meteoritic iron
A report published in the Journal of Archaeological Science reveals that chemical testing on 91 historical iron ornaments and weapons identified 13 rings containing nickel, which likely originated from meteorites. These items were discovered in temples, residences, and high-status burial sites across Crete and southern Greece. Researchers noted that during the Minoan and Mycenaean eras, iron from space was considered a status symbol among the elite.
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