Recently, a pair of pedestrians stumbled upon an ancient deadly weapon in a quiet, most unlikely place: the beach in Poland.
On March 30, the artifact was discovered as a 2,500-year-old dagger.
The Kamieńska Land History Museum in the Polish Museum announced the discovery later that day in a Facebook post.
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The weapon was found in clay gravel on the Baltic Sea coast. The museum praised the discoveries of Jacek Ukowski and Katarzyna Herdzik and the recent storm that helped uncover weapons.
The organization's posts are translated from Polish to English.
Experts say the dagger found on the beach dates back to 2,500 years. (Muzeum istoriaiZiemi Kamieńskiej via Facebook)
“But that's exactly what happened in the Baltic Sea.”
Images released by the museum reveal intricate details of weapons, including a crescent moon and a cross similar to a star.
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“The dagger is preserved in good condition, which makes it one of the most valuable discoveries in Poland,” the museum said.
“The handle is finished with a pointed head and is decorated with alternating ornaments that fall on the blade.”
Jacek Ukowski and Katarzyna Herdzik discovered an ancient dagger while walking on the beach last month. (Muzeum istoriaiZiemi Kamieńskiej via Facebook)
The museum added that its experts are still uncertain about how the weapon is used, but the artifact will undergo in-depth inspections in the future.
“Surface decoration may indicate a connection to the worship of the sun and indicate that the dagger has ritual significance,” the group noted.
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“It may also be equipped with wealthy warriors.”
It added: “This dagger is undoubtedly a true work of art and an example of high metallurgy. Perhaps it was imported and was cast in a seminar in Southern Europe.”
Daggers may have been used in ancient rituals. Experts say they will continue to study the artifact. (Muzeum istoriaiZiemi Kamieńskiej via Facebook)
Herdzik told the museum that the discovery was completely unexpected.
“I didn't expect to make such a big discovery, but the moment I saw the item, I just knew it might be valuable,” she said.
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The Kamieńska Land History Museum also thanks Herdzik and Ukowski for their “sensitivity and quick response”.
A couple found a dagger while walking on the beach. Recent storms in the region contributed to revelation. (Muzeum istoriaiZiemi Kamieńskiej via Facebook)
“Thanks to their direct reporting, this outstanding discovery has been properly protected and preserved for future generations,” the museum wrote.
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“Their attitude sets the model for a responsible cultural heritage and a attitude toward monument conservation.”
