Astonishing artifacts: A glimpse into how people lived in the past

Astonishing Artifacts This rare example of an ancient Egyptian beaded dress was likely crafted specifically for a woman's funeral.

Astonishing Artifacts A chance discovery of a 16th-century necklace reveals new information about Tudor-era jewelry styles.

Astonishing Artifacts Discovered in a city in southern Turkey, this life-size male statue may represent an important deceased ancestor.

Astonishing Artifacts The giant, one-of-a-kind statue of a Roman emperor on horseback depicts him addressing his troops.

Astonishing Artifacts The spider-shaped sword ornament was created in Ghana in the 19th century and was passed down in a Texas family for generations.

Astonishing artifacts The mysterious Lady of Elche was crafted from a large limestone block before the Romans ruled Spain.

Lotus shoes are tiny footwear associated with foot-binding, a beauty practice that lasted for at least a millennium in China.

Tumaco-Tolita artists were known for their intense realism in sculpting clay representations of humans.

Among the sandals discovered in Tut's tomb is a pair whose insoles were decorated with images of the boy king's enemies.

The helmet has been a powerful symbol of Roman Britain since it was discovered over 200 years ago.