From neolithic stone balls to Roman cosmetic grinders, here are five finds that have baffled archaeologists.

Archaeologists are often described as “stumped” or “baffled” by their discoveries. But, in reality, specialists have a good grasp of what most historical objects were created for. But there are a few exceptions to this rule.

The following list is a selection of intriguing mystery objects. They’re a great example of why digging up the past continues to hold great fascination for professionals and public alike.

  1. Neolithic stone balls

  2. Roman dodecahedra

  3. Neolithic chalk drums

  4. Bronze age “lock-rings”

  5. Romano-British cosmetic grinders

  • Tramort
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    6 months ago

    I thought “tent parts” made the most sense… Stick several Poles through the Holes, pull them apart with string that wraps around the knobby bits.

    Presto: geodesic tent