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Vast Hoard of Ancient Treasure Discovered on a Hill in Hungary : ScienceAlert

Last updated: May 5, 2025 9:45 am
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Exploring the Ancient Treasures of Somló Hill in Hungary

Archaeologists in western Hungary have made a remarkable discovery on a hilltop that has unveiled a treasure trove dating back over 3,000 years. This find is reminiscent of a mythical tale, with over 300 buried artifacts unearthed in the initial surveys, including a plethora of bronze items identified with metal detectors.

The majority of the metal artifacts discovered belong to the Late Bronze Age, spanning from 1400 to 900 BCE. Additionally, the site boasts one of the largest collections of Early Iron Age metal from hilltops in the region, ranging from 800 to 450 BCE.

Researchers speculate that the hill was once home to multiple bronze-working workshops, evident from the stacks of bronze lumps, droplets, casting jets, and fragmented ingots uncovered during the excavation.

This discovery is particularly significant as it sheds light on the Hallstatt culture, a farming society that revolutionized metalwork in Central and Western Europe during the Bronze and Iron Ages. While many Hallstatt artifacts have been found in Germany and Austria, unearthing a hoard of Hallstatt metalwork in Hungary is a groundbreaking development for archaeologists.

The team of researchers, led by archaeologist Bence Soós from the Hungarian National Museum Public Collection Centre, noted that the occupation on the hilltop appeared to be continuous during the transition into the Early Iron Age, with intentional and intricate hoarding traditions observed.

Somló Hill, standing at 431 meters high, dominates the landscape of Hungary’s Veszprém county. Surrounded by vineyards, the hill has preserved its historical integrity, making it an ideal site for archaeological investigation.

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The ongoing research project, initiated by Hungary’s National Institute of Archaeology, aims to unravel the mysteries of the ancient civilization that once thrived in this region. Laser mapping conducted in 2024 has provided valuable insights into the long-lost society that inhabited Somló Hill.

Among the six newly discovered hoards of treasure on the hill, one stands out for its concentration of metal items. Further analysis is required to determine the purpose behind burying these metals, whether it was for utilitarian or ceremonial reasons.

In addition to metal artifacts like spearheads, the excavation also yielded amber beads, boar and pig tusks, and fabric and leather remnants. Sediment samples revealed the presence of small-seeded lentils and cereal crops like millet, highlighting the agricultural practices of the Bronze and Iron Ages.

Radiocarbon dating of some of the materials uncovered at Somló could provide valuable insights into the chronological transition between the Late Bronze Age and the Early Iron Age at the site. This data is crucial for establishing a clearer timeline of the ancient civilization that once flourished on this hill.

The findings from Somló Hill have been documented in a study published in Antiquity, offering a glimpse into the rich history and cultural heritage of this region.

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