Ancient Greek Nobles’ Meteorite Jewelry
The study shows that ancient Greek peoples, such as the Minoans and Mycenaeans, used meteorite iron to craft luxury rings, which served as symbols of power and influence among the elite. It is believed that these metals were imported from Egypt. The findings also indicate that the use of smelted iron began around 1400 BCE, and the trend of meteorite rings faded around 1200 BCE. Nevertheless, evidence remains that meteoritic iron was a symbol of the upper classes in ancient civilizations.
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