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5,000-Year-Old Meteorite Beads Found in Egypt—Could This Be the Birth of Human Metalwork?
Over 5,000 years ago, ancient Egyptians crafted beads from meteoritic iron—long before iron smelting was invented. Discovered in a cemetery at Gerzeh, these tube-shaped beads are now the oldest known examples of human-worked iron. Confirmed by modern science as made from meteorites, they reveal an early mastery of metalwork and cultural reverence for sky-born materials, marking what may be the true birth of metallurgy.
Tutankhamun’s ‘Sky Dagger’ Mystery SOLVED — Science Reveals Its Meteorite Origins!
Tutankhamun’s Sky Dagger, uncovered in his tomb in 1922, has been scientifically proven to be made from meteoritic iron. Composed of 11% nickel and 0.6% cobalt, the blade matches known iron meteorites. Likely a diplomatic gift, the ceremonial dagger symbolizes divine power and interstellar origins. Its discovery reshapes our understanding of ancient metallurgy, international trade, and the Egyptians' reverence for cosmic materials.
Not Gold, Not Platinum—This Man’s Mysterious Rock Was Worth More Than Both and Came from Space
In 2015, David Hole unearthed a 17-kilogram rock in Victoria, Australia, hoping it was gold. It turned out to be a 4.6-billion-year-old meteorite—rarer and more valuable than any precious metal. Named the Maryborough Meteorite, this space rock offers insight into the solar system’s formation. Learn how meteorites are found, studied, and valued in this detailed guide for both curious beginners and seasoned professionals.
