MetalworkingCreating useful or decorative items in metal Kingdom of Atlantia Seeks Bids for New Crowns
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 2006-06-29 16:20
Under the direction and Patronage of Michael and Seonaid, King and Queen of Atlantia, the New Regalia Committee is seeking bids for the design and construction of new crowns.
Welsh Field Holds Roman Treasure
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2006-06-25 12:49
A hoard of over 2,000 Roman coins of the late period has been discovered in a Welsh field. The treasure was found a mere 12 inches below the surface.
Scottish Silver Archives
Submitted by Justin on Wed, 2006-05-31 09:41
The Compendium of Scottish Silver, an extensive resource for metalsmiths and others interested in Scottish silversmithing, is available online in a fully-searchable format, free of charge from Cornell University's DSpace project. Written by Rodney and Janice Dietert, the 551-page book is also available as a print-on-demand download for a fee.
"Compendium of Scottish Silver" Online
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2006-05-28 15:37
Metalsmiths and researchers of Scottish silver will be glad to know that the Compendium of Scottish Silver is now available online in a fully-searchable format.
Ruins of Village Found Dating Back to 1300 A.D.
Submitted by Vallawulf on Sun, 2006-05-07 09:29
An archaeology buff in South Wales spent approximately US$50,000 to purchase a 4.5-acre plot of land to see if the ruins of a village lay beneath it.
Huge Hoard of Roman Coins Found in Britain
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2006-04-02 17:20
The discovery of 600 copper, Roman coins has British archaeologists buzzing. The hoard, found in Suffolk, England, is thought to be the largest stash of legitimately-minted coins ever found in the country.
SCAdian Scholars to Appear at Royal Ontario Museum
Submitted by Milica on Tue, 2006-03-21 13:27
Finnvarr de Taahe and Sylard of Eagleshaven, scholars from the Kingdom of Ealdormere, will be presenting in persona as part of the 1st Annual Friends of the Mediaeval Studies Society Symposium at the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto on March 25, 2006.
New Light on Prasutagus, Husband of Boudica
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2006-03-05 21:45
New research shows that Prasutagus, husband of the warrior queen Boudica, may have been more powerful than previously believed.
Stonefire
Submitted by julie melson on Sat, 2006-03-04 03:29
Stonefire is an online gallery of bronze, pewter and ceramic art.
Museums Battle over Medieval Pitcher
Submitted by Vallawulf on Wed, 2006-03-01 14:23
A small museum is locked in a battle to keep a medieval jug dating possibly to the 14th century in the UK. Luton Museum Services has a month to raise £750,000 to match the price offered by New York's Metropolitan Museum of Art for the Wenlok Jug.
Searching for the Tollbooth - 15th Century Prison in Edinburgh
Submitted by JaneStockton on Mon, 2006-02-13 12:37
Using ground penetrating radar, archaeologists are searching Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile to try and locate the remains of the Tollbooth - a 15th century prison.
British Museum Buys Most Expensive Coin - Anglo-Saxon Mancus
Submitted by JaneStockton on Fri, 2006-02-10 10:24
The British Museum just paid UK£357,832, the largest sum ever for a gold Anglo-Saxon coin.
French Coin Found in Newport Ship
Submitted by Vallawulf on Thu, 2006-02-09 10:07
Archaeologist Angela Karsten has discovered a 15th century French silver coin embedded in the keel of the Newport ship, a medieval vessel uncovered on the banks of the river Usk three years ago, leading experts to believe that the ship originated in France.
Metal Dectectors Find Golden Angel
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2006-01-14 14:47
A British metal detecting club has struck gold with the discovery of a coin bearing the image of an angel and an inscription saying "Henri VII" or "Henri VIII."
Nagle Forge & Foundry
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 2006-01-12 12:55
Nagle Forge & Foundry is a small family-operated casting company that specializes in crafting historically inspired and limited edition jewelry and clothing fasteners from the finest lead free pewter, sterling silver or 14k gold. They offer cloak clasps, kilt pins, religious pieces, wedding rings and more. Periods of inspiration include the late Roman Empire, the Early and High Middle Ages, the Re
Roman Road Used Throughout Medieval Period
Submitted by Milica on Sat, 2006-01-07 17:30
Archaeologists working on a section of Roman road in Wiltshire, England have found horseshoes and conclude that the road was in use in the medieval period.
12th Century Icelandic Coins Discovered
Submitted by Vallawulf on Fri, 2005-12-02 22:42
Two Icelandic coins dating from the 11th century were found at an archaeological excavation at Háls at Kárahnjúkar.
Cote & Cutler Outfitters
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 2005-11-21 06:02
Based in Australia, but shipping worldwide, Cote & Cutler Outfitters are specialists in the field of historical costume and accessories.
"That's not a Knoife!" What period blades were really like
Submitted by Aoife on Fri, 2005-11-11 19:19
How many SCAdians have drawn a sword after uttering that famous movie line? Dame Aoife doesn't look a thing like Paul Hogan's "Mic" character in Crocodile Dundee, but this week she shares Mic's fascination with sharp pointy things.
Textiles, Metalwork and Art from Ottoman Empire Now at Smithsonian
Submitted by Vallawulf on Fri, 2005-11-11 15:11
The weekend before Atenveldt and Gleann Abhann’s coronations, the first-ever international exhibition devoted to imperial Turkish robes, or kaftans, dating to the 16th-17th centuries, opened at the Smithsonian Institute’s Sackler Gallery.
Student Uses "Experimental Archaeology" to Work Iron
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2005-10-31 07:30
Ph.D candidate in Materials Science and Engineering Dan Jeffery is using ancient technologies to understand how bloomery furnaces work. Bloomery furnaces were in common use "in Japan, Renaissance Europe, ancient Rome, Africa, and many other places to make iron and steel for armor, swords, locks, tools and hundreds of other household items."
MIT & MythBusters Take on Archimedes' "Death Ray"
Submitted by Milica on Thu, 2005-10-27 19:05
After the failure of Jamie and Adam to reconstruct a working model of Archimedes' death ray for Mythbusters, scientists from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology have taken up the challenge.
Roman Smelting Operation Found in Welsh Bog
Submitted by Milica on Wed, 2005-08-17 08:46
Archaeologists working in Llancynfelyn, near Borth, Wales, have discovered a Roman "industrial estate" which includes a lead smelting operation.
Pompeii Treasure Trove Revealed
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 2005-07-21 17:40
In 2000, archaeologists working on a Roman bath at the site of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in Pompeii, Italy, were thrilled to discover a wicker basket containing a treasure trove of silver artifacts.
The Museum of Unworkable Devices
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 2005-07-13 15:27
This museum is a celebration of fascinating devices that don't work. It houses diverse examples of the perverse genius of inventors who refused to let their thinking be intimidated by the laws of nature, remaining optimistic in the face of repeated failures. Watch and be amazed as we bring to life eccentric and even intricate perpetual motion machines that have remained steadfastly unmoving since their inception.
Brazen Button
Submitted by brazenbutton on Mon, 2005-06-20 14:59
Brazen Button offers a wide variety of buttons and clasps. They specialize in buttons and clasps for SCA usage.
15th Century Artifacts Discovered in Prague
Submitted by Milica on Fri, 2005-06-17 17:10
A large number of silver coins and a ceramic goblet were discovered by archaeologists working in central Prague recently. The rare find was unearthed under the floor of a Gothic house between Stepanska and Skolska Streets.
Roman/Celtic Coins Found in Netherlands
Submitted by Milica on Mon, 2005-06-13 18:07
Archaeologists working on a dig in the Netherlands have discovered 17 ancient Celtic coins. The coins were the first such discovered in the country.
17th Century Islamic Brass Superior to European
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2005-06-12 09:25
A study by archaeometallurgists has determined that 17th century brass astrolabes constructed by Indian artisans were centuries ahead of their European counterparts.
Loch Lomond Dig is "Archaeologist's Dream"
Submitted by Milica on Sun, 2005-05-29 18:18
A recent archaeological dig near Loch Lomond, Scotland, has produced rare artifacts from periods spanning 4,000 years.
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