Israel Antiquities Authority
Israel uncovers Second Temple-period mikveh beneath Western Wall
The ritual bath was found sealed beneath a layer of destruction dated to 70 CE, in which researchers found burned ash and numerous artifacts that offer a snapshot of life just before the city fell.
Israeli AI, drone imagery revolutionizing mapping of archaeological sites
Ancient lead menorah pendant sheds light on Jewish presence in Byzantine Jerusalem
Hasmonean era 'first wall' section revealed at Tower of David museum excavation - interview
Archeologists discover receipt from time of Second Temple in Jerusalem - study
The artifact was found along the Pilgrimage Road that connects the City of David to the Temple Mount and is a snapshot of the bustling commercial life in biblical Israel.
Ancient Roman-era marble cargo shipwreck found by Israeli beachgoer
The cargo shipment of marble items had been known to the Israel Antiquities Authority for years, but because it was covered in sand, its exact location was unknown.
Antiquities robbers caught red-handed looting Roman-era caves
The site in question contained artifacts that are approximately 2,000 years old, dating back to the Roman-Byzantine era, according to the IAA.
Grape pips found in the Negev dated to 8th century may be the oldest of its kind worldwide
Israeli and European archaeologists provide new insight into the mystery of ancient Gaza wine
Archaeologists uncover Roman-era church mosaic along Israel Nat'l Trail
The mosaic was first discovered in the 80s but has been uncovered over the last month by the Israel Antiquities Authority and Shoham residents.
Security forces thwart illegal antiquity trade in West Bank
About 270 ancient artifacts were found in the search, including gold, silver and bronze coins from different periods.
Israel Antiquities Authority must rein in enthusiasm before its next find - editorial
The Israel Antiquities Authority must curb its enthusiasm and double and triple check its archaeological findings before publication
Israel artifact bearing name of King Darius the Great revealed to be fake
The forged "artifact" was discovered earlier this week after a foreign researcher left it behind at the excavation site last summer.
Inscription bearing Persian King Darius the Great's name discovered in Israel
Darius the Great is the father of King Ahasuerus, also known as the biblical Achashverosh from the story of Purim • Discovery was made by the international media adviser to President Isaac Herzog
Israeli family discovers ancient Byzantine relic on Shabbat walk
According to a release from the Israel Antiquities Authority, the family noticed a small clay face in the ground, which appeared to be looking up at them.
