In Jerusalem, found the ruins of the royal treasures of the age of 2,700 years

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In Jerusalem, found the ruins of the royal treasures of the age of 2,700 years
In Jerusalem, found the ruins of the royal treasures of the age of 2,700 years
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Israeli archaeologists have unearthed the remains of a huge, 2,700-year-old ancient building. The ruins are located near the US Embassy in Jerusalem. The building was erected during the time of the Jewish kings Hezekiah and Manasseh.

At the site of the excavation, they also found ceramic vessels with imprints of seals, on which inscriptions in Hebrew writing are visible. A total of 120 such prints fell into the hands of archaeologists. Scientists believe that taxes collected by the tsar were kept in the building.

[Neria Sapir, Israel Antiquities Authority Officer]:

“The large collection of seal impressions found here is one of the most impressive in Israel. Basically, these are the seals of kings. There are also imprints with the names of people. Perhaps they were high-ranking Jewish officials or some rich people who ruled the economic system of Judea at that time."

The seals also bear the names of four Jewish cities. The impressions were made on the handles of vessels in which wine and olive oil were probably kept. They were produced in large quantities in this area.

[Neria Sapir, Israel Antiquities Authority Officer]:

“Here, apparently, agricultural products were stored and processed at a time when the kingdom was facing trials. Perhaps they were preparing for the invasion of Sinacherib, who devastated the entire kingdom of Judah and Jerusalem."

The ancient building was built of large stones and was surrounded by several walls. Archaeologists have also found ceramic figurines of horsemen, women and animals.

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