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Well-Preserved Visigoth Sarcophagus Found at Roman Villa in Spain 6 left-of-center2012 Jul 2021 Jul 2021 15 1831
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*Five centuries ago, a major revolution overturned traditional ship designs; 2 elleng Jun 2021 Jun 2021 6 1464
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Silver Medieval Seal Featuring Engraved Roman Gem Unearthed in England 1 left-of-center2012 May 2021 May 2021 10 1397
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