9. The Mask of Agamemnon
Total Score: 10
The mask of Agamemnon was discovered by an archeologist called Heinrich Schliemann in 1876 near Mycenae. The mask was made of gold, and it is a traditional funeral mask, suspected to be created for this Greek ruler. Schliemann named the mask after Agamemnon and along with the findings from the tomb, presented the evidence that the Trojan War was a historical event. Modern research proves that the mask predates Agamemnon, and scientists are still arguing about the relevance of the artifact.
The mask of Agamemnon is kept at the National Archaeological Museum of Athens, and it is one the most beautiful discoveries from the ancient world no matter the mystery behind it.
8. Phaistos Disc
Total Score: 25
The Phaistos Disc was discovered by the Italian archeologist Luigi Pernier in 1908, near the Minoan palace of Phaistos. The disc is believed to have its origins from the late Minoan Bronze Age. It is 15 cm wide, and it has stamped symbols on both sides. Scientists are still arguing about its true purpose and its place of manufacture, making this artifact one of the most mysterious objects today. We can hope that they will find answers in days that come and that we will be able to understand this artifact to have better knowledge of the ancient civilizations.
The Phaistos Disc is displayed at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum situated on Crete, where the disk was found initially.
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