**Discover the intriguing story of a toddler's find that links Israel to its ancient past.**
**Young Explorer Unearths Ancient Egyptian Amulet in Israel**
**Young Explorer Unearths Ancient Egyptian Amulet in Israel**
**3-Year-Old Finds 3,800-Year-Old Scarab During Family Hike**
A young girl named Ziv Nitzan has made headlines after discovering a remarkable artifact during a family hike in Israel. Just aged three, Ziv spotted a peculiar rock along a dirt trail roughly 25 miles outside of Jerusalem, which she later described as having "teeth." Intrigued, she picked it up and, after clearing away dirt, revealed a 3,800-year-old Egyptian scarab amulet from the Bronze Age.
The find, confirmed by the Israel Antiquities Authority, reflects the country's rich archaeological history and serves as an exciting reminder of the treasures that can surface unexpectedly. Ziv's mother, Sivan, recalled her daughter expressing that the object was “something very special” after she cleaned it off.
This isn't the first time a young adventurer has made a significant archaeological find in Israel. Last year, a 13-year-old hiking in Mount Carmel discovered a Roman-era ring featuring the engraving of the goddess Minerva. In 2016, a boy of seven unearthed an ancient 3,400-year-old carving in the Beit She’an Valley, while numerous children have stumbled upon coins from Roman and Hasmonean eras.
The scarab amulet found by Ziv will soon be displayed in an upcoming exhibition, serving as a connection to the past and a testament to the curious spirit of youth. It’s a noteworthy reminder of how history can surprise us, even when we’re just out for a stroll in nature.
The find, confirmed by the Israel Antiquities Authority, reflects the country's rich archaeological history and serves as an exciting reminder of the treasures that can surface unexpectedly. Ziv's mother, Sivan, recalled her daughter expressing that the object was “something very special” after she cleaned it off.
This isn't the first time a young adventurer has made a significant archaeological find in Israel. Last year, a 13-year-old hiking in Mount Carmel discovered a Roman-era ring featuring the engraving of the goddess Minerva. In 2016, a boy of seven unearthed an ancient 3,400-year-old carving in the Beit She’an Valley, while numerous children have stumbled upon coins from Roman and Hasmonean eras.
The scarab amulet found by Ziv will soon be displayed in an upcoming exhibition, serving as a connection to the past and a testament to the curious spirit of youth. It’s a noteworthy reminder of how history can surprise us, even when we’re just out for a stroll in nature.
