Teenager Finds Ancient Scarab During School Visit
The beetle-shaped amulet is around 3,300 years old.
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Source: Muss High School and Israel Antiquities Authority, 2026-11-02.
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How old is the amulet, and what is known about when the discovery was announced?
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It is approximately 3,300 years old. The school and antiquities authority announced the discovery on November 2, but the exact discovery date is not given.
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