The Aegina Treasure: An Archaeological Mystery
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A compelling work of archaeological scholarship, The Aegina Treasure: An Archaeological Mystery uncovers the tangled history of one of the most debated hoards of ancient Greek jewelry ever discovered. Reynold Higgins chronicles the controversial origins of the treasure — a stunning collection of Minoan and Mycenaean goldwork — and presents the competing theories surrounding its true provenance, whether it originated from Aegina itself or from a royal tomb at Chrysolakkos near Mallia in Crete. Written with the precision of a seasoned archaeologist and the narrative drive of a detective story, the text argues persuasively through careful analysis of the artifacts' stylistic and technical details. Higgins illustrates how questions of authenticity, acquisition, and context can transform beautiful objects into enduring puzzles, making this an essential read for anyone passionate about the ancient Aegean world and the ethics of archaeological discovery.
Author: Reynold Higgins
Format: Paperback
Genre: Archaeology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A compelling work of archaeological scholarship, The Aegina Treasure: An Archaeological Mystery uncovers the tangled history of one of the most debated hoards of ancient Greek jewelry ever discovered. Reynold Higgins chronicles the controversial origins of the treasure — a stunning collection of Minoan and Mycenaean goldwork — and presents the competing theories surrounding its true provenance, whether it originated from Aegina itself or from a royal tomb at Chrysolakkos near Mallia in Crete. Written with the precision of a seasoned archaeologist and the narrative drive of a detective story, the text argues persuasively through careful analysis of the artifacts' stylistic and technical details. Higgins illustrates how questions of authenticity, acquisition, and context can transform beautiful objects into enduring puzzles, making this an essential read for anyone passionate about the ancient Aegean world and the ethics of archaeological discovery.