sword

Archaeologists digging around the Alamo in San Antonio have located an artifact suspected to be from the 19th century.

Despite being well over 2,000 years old, the sword did not have a single trace of rust. The blade remained sharp enough to cut through a stack of paper.

Vikings were some of the most capable navigators of yore, with far-flung expeditions and tales that continue to capture our imagination. Here are some artifacts that may cast some light on their adventures, while at the same time raising questions that seem to steep these people further in mystery.