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Arabic coins found in Viking treasure trove
Submitted by Sabine Berard on Sun, 2008/04/20 - 11:50. 801 CE to 900 CE | Metalworking | ScandanavianArabic coins were recently found in a huge hoard of Viking treasure discovered recently in Sweden. The coins were part of the "largest early Viking hoard ever discovered in Sweden."
Roman subway excavations produce wonderful archaeological finds
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2008/04/09 - 17:01. Archaeology | Italian | MetalworkingArchaeologists working at the site of a subway line near the Piazza Venezia in Rome have made some incredible finds including a 6th century copper factory and artifacts from a Renaissance palace kitchen.
Anglo-Saxon cemetery yields treasure
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2008/03/28 - 11:45. 601 CE and Earlier | Archaeology | English | Jewelry/Lapidary | MetalworkingThe discovery of a series of 5th century Anglo Saxon graves in Kent, England has created the need for an inquest before the Kent County Council due to the wealth of artifacts found with the graves.
[CAL] Metal and Glass Workers Symposium
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2008/03/21 - 14:50. Calontir | Metalworking2008/08/29 - 18:00
2008/09/01 - 12:00
US/Central
From 29 August to 1 September 2008, there will be a metal and glassworkers gathering. Three Rivers is sponsoring three full days of hands-on classes and demos, ranging from blacksmithing and knife-making to repousse to coin-stamping to pewter-casting to stained glass... My list goes on and on!
This will be predominantly an outdoor event, with plenty of camping space available. There will also be a large barn on site, with poured concrete
Barony of Three Rivers (Warrenton, Missouri)
Medieval belt buckle discovered in Scotland
Submitted by Sabine Berard on Mon, 2008/03/17 - 21:17. 1101 CE to 1200 CE | Archaeology | BBC News | Metalworking | ScottishA sewer line breakage in Perth, Scotland, has led to discovery of a copper alloy belt buckle that probably dates back to the 12th century.
Metal detectors dispute discovery of 14th century seal
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2008/02/22 - 22:42. 1301 CE to 1400 CE | BBC News | English | MetalworkingTwo metal detector enthusiasts are laying claim to discovery of a 13th or 14th century seal depicting the murder of Thomas Becket. The seal was found in a North Yorkshire field.
Princeton acquires Sarmas Collection
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2008/02/14 - 21:44. 1201 CE to 1300 CE | 1301 CE to 1400 CE | Greek | MetalworkingPrinceton University Library's Department of Rare Books and Special Collections has acquired the Sarmas Collection of coins from 13th-14th century Greece. The 800-coin collection will "help researchers deepen their knowledge about a period of Middle Age history that has been little understood by scholars."
Emperor Valens cursed
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2008/01/06 - 21:57. 601 CE and Earlier | Guardian | Metalworking | RomanSometime in the 4th century, someone was REALLY cheesed off at the emperor — at least enough to curse him by defacing his image and wrapping lead around his face.
Roman feast gear found in London well
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2007/12/15 - 23:19. 601 CE and Earlier | Metalworking | Roman | TelegraphA 4th century banqueting set which once belonged to a rich Roman family was discovered recently in a well during excavation in London. The set included 19 metal vessels. (photos)
The treasures of Richard II
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2007/12/05 - 17:58. 1301 CE to 1400 CE | English | Jewelry/Lapidary | MetalworkingA website chronicling the treasure roll of Richard II, compiled in the late 14th century, "offers a rare insight into the magnificence of a late medieval English king." The site includes photos of many of the treasures listed in the Roll.
Little clock of horrors
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2007/11/18 - 12:26. 1601 CE and Later | General Science | German | MetalworkingStraight out of Pirates of the Caribbean, a 400-year-old automaton clock includes a skull that laughs, screams, bites and launches snakes from its eye sockets. (photos)
"Harrogate Hoard" wows archaeologists
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2007/11/16 - 07:29. 801 CE to 900 CE | 901 CE to 1000 CE | English | Metalworking | Scandanavian"The most important Viking find in Britain in 150 years" has just been discovered in a Yorkshire field. Among the over 8,500 objects found was a rare silver gilt cup, one of only two in existence.
Steampunk enthusiast creates historical-look laptop computer
Submitted by Justin on Thu, 2007/11/08 - 12:41. 1601 CE and Later | Metalworking | Photo Album | Woodworking"Datamancer", as Hieronymus Isambard "Jake" von Slatt is known online, is enthusiastic about packaging modern technology in historically inspired Victorian-era enclosures, an art form known as "steampunk." This time, the project is an exquisitely-crafted and fully-functional laptop computer.
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[AET] Metalsmith Symposium VI
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2007/10/05 - 14:39. Aethelmearc | Metalworking2007/10/19 - 18:00
2007/10/21 - 12:00
US/Eastern
The Shire of Abhainn Ciach Ghlais is proud to sponsor an intensive symposium entirely devoted to smith work, glass, enameling, casting, forge work, bang-on-it-until-it-looks-like-it-should-look work. This event has been held in the East Kingdom in past years, and we are grateful that the organizers have graciously allowed us to host it this year.
Camp Karoondinha
Glen Iron, PA, 17845
no street address
Shire of Abhainn Ciach Ghlais (Glen Iron, Pennsylvania)
Medieval crucifix found in trash can
Submitted by Ursula on Thu, 2007/08/23 - 11:49. 1201 CE to 1300 CE | Christianity | French | Metalworking | ReutersAn enameled medieval crucifix stolen from France by the Nazis has resurfaced in an Austrian rubbish skip. It was discovered by a china-fancier looking for old plates in the belongings of a deceased neighbor.
Father and son treasure hunters discover Viking treasure worth UK£1M
Submitted by Karen on Mon, 2007/07/23 - 19:07. 801 CE to 900 CE | 901 CE to 1000 CE | Jewelry/Lapidary | Metalworking | ScandanavianFather and son metal detector team David and Andrew Whelan unveiled a glittering haul of gold and silver Viking treasure in a North Yorkshire field, hailed as the most significant find of its kind in England for more than 150 years.
2,400 Year-Old Royal Mask Found in Bulgaria
Submitted by Vallawulf on Tue, 2007/07/17 - 23:03. 601 CE and Earlier | European | Glass and Ceramics | Greek | Jewelry/Lapidary | Metalworking | SlavicArchaeologists in the village of Topolchane, Bulgaria have unearthed artifacts of gold, silver and pottery dating back to the 4th century B.C.E., including a golden mask.
SCA Bladesmith on The Discovery Science Channel
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2007/07/16 - 15:18. Armouring and Weaponsmithing | Caid | General Science | Media | MetalworkingNjall Olaf Hagarson (Scott B. Jaqua), of the kingdom of Caid, has announced that he will appear crafting weapons on the Discovery Science Channel's Faces of Earth program on August 9, 2007.
Vardo & Wagon construction group created
Submitted by aleyn on Fri, 2007/07/06 - 23:09. SCA | Metalworking | WoodworkingTired of being cold and damp at events? Fed up to the teeth with hours of setting up and outfitting your tent? Ever dream of just hitching up the wagon and just trailing to an event ready to go in warmth and civilized comfort but do not want to get exiled to the RV ghetto?
Then maybe a Vardo or covered wagon is the thing for you!
Horse harness decoration found in Surrey
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2007/07/04 - 18:33. 1401 CE to 1500 CE | English | MetalworkingA bronze disc, believed to have decorated the harness of the horse of a 15th century lord, has been discovered in Surrey, England. The decoration may have belonged to Henry Stafford, the second Duke of Buckingham.
Pennsylvania Blacksmith Retiring, Shop for Auction
Submitted by Vallawulf on Wed, 2007/05/02 - 15:29. Armouring and Weaponsmithing | Metalworking | Modern SocietyPeter A. Renzetti, AKA "The Unknown Blacksmith" and owner of Arden Forge, is retiring. His shop and all of its contents go on the auction block in mid-May in West Chester, Pennsylvania.
Photos and video from Lochac's Rowany Festival
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2007/05/01 - 19:33. Glass and Ceramics | Lochac | Metalworking | Photo Album | Rowany Festival | Video AlbumAliena de Savigny has posted a photo album and a video from the 2007 Rowany Festival in the Kingdom of Lochac. The video deals with bead-making and iron forging.
Raj Tents
Submitted by Justin on Wed, 2007/04/25 - 14:57. Asian Indian | Merchants | Metalworking | Middle Eastern | Tents and TentmakingBased in India, Raj Tents manufactures elaborately-decorated pergolas, pavilions, tents, and other shelters in sizes up to 34x40 feet (10.3x12.2 meters). They offer rectangular and octagonal shelters of canvas, as well as cloth liners that can be used to dress up modern vinyl tents. The company also offers a selection of furnishings, accessories, and lighting fixtures in an Indian or Middle Eastern style.
6th century embossing die found in Sweden
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2007/04/22 - 12:18. 601 CE and Earlier | Metalworking | ScandanavianAn amateur archaeologist working at a burial mound near Sättuna on the outskirts of Linköping, Sweden, has discovered a 6th century patrix, a die used to emboss gold, portraying "a woman who resembles a troll."
English pewter to be auctioned at Christies
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2007/04/10 - 23:22. Medicine | MetalworkingZenobia reports that Christie's Auction House will be offering a collection of 156 pieces of pewter dating from the 16th century or before for sale on May 1, 2007. Photos from the catalog are available online.
Piece of 14th Century Clock Found in York
Submitted by Vallawulf on Wed, 2007/04/04 - 11:35. 1201 CE to 1300 CE | 1301 CE to 1400 CE | English | General Science | MetalworkingResearchers in York have discovered a small copper-alloy disc dating back to around 1300 that was part of an early mechanical clock.
Medieval Abbey Undergoing Refurbishment
Submitted by Vallawulf on Sat, 2007/03/31 - 16:14. 1101 CE to 1200 CE | Architecture and Construction | English | Metalworking | Places of Worship | Stonework | WoodworkingThe medieval Torre Abbey in Torquay is undergoing the first phase of a UK£6.5 million refurbishment to turn it into an educational facility and tourist attraction.
Merovingian treasures displayed in Russia
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2007/03/20 - 22:06. 601 CE and Earlier | Exhibits | Fine Arts | German | Jewelry/Lapidary | Metalworking | RussianThe Pushkin Museum of Fine art in Russia will display a collection of Merovingian artifacts. The museum is located in Moscow.
View of ancient Britons changed by discovery of Roman coin
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2007/03/12 - 22:46. 601 CE and Earlier | English | Metalworking | Roman | TelegraphThe discovery of a 2nd century BCE coin in Cornwall may change how pre-Roman Britons are viewed. The pre-Roman Republic silver coin proves that active trading took place with the inhabitants of Britain before Rome conquered the island.
The truth about Cleopatra's good looks.
Submitted by agnarr on Sun, 2007/02/25 - 16:50. 601 CE and Earlier | African | Archaeology | BBC News | MetalworkingA silver denarius minted in 32 B.C. shows that the fabled image of Cleopatra is not what she really looked like.
