The family was given a certificate of appreciation.

A recent archaeological discovery in Jerusalem points to an interesting chapter in the city's fascinating history.

'At first, I thought it was a toy lying in the dirt, but an inner voice said to me: ‘Pick it up and turn it over!’ explained Gilad Stern of the Israel Antiquities Authority Educational Center.

On Tuesday evening, suspicious figures were seen approaching ancient site and entering the cave covering over the rock-hewn water well, located on the southern side of the site.

A new research project sheds light on the power of the Roman army and the locations of their attack on Jerusalem in the battle that led to the destruction of the Second Temple.

Coins retrieved by the Israel Antiquities Authority date the farmstead to the second half of the second century BCE.

Inscriptions were meant to provide magical protection from curses, demons, disease and pests.

Archeological find thought to be remains of a Byzantine church compound.

'The stories of the Maccabees are coming to life before our eyes,' enthused the Israel Antiquities Authority director. 'It is extremely exciting.'

The seal, further evidence of Jewish Temple life in Jerusalem, was found during a soil sifting project, operated by the City of David in the Zurim Valley National Park.

Yavne was a global wine powerhouse about 1,500 years ago: a huge and well-designed industrial estate from the Byzantine period, with a very impressive wine production complex.

Animal bones and pottery found in the septic tank could shed light on the lifestyle and diet of people living at that time, as well as ancient diseases.

The history of Tel Aviv suburb Ramat Hasharon goes back much further than previously thought.

Korazim National Park, where the coin was found, preserves impressive remains of a Jewish village from the Talmudic period, including the remains of a magnificent synagogue.

This is the first time that the name Jerubbaal has been found outside the Bible in an archaeological context – in a stratum dated to around 1,100 BCE, the period of the Judges.

Archaeologists uncovered the intact egg in an ancient cesspit dating from the Byzantine era, but it cracked while being examined

The new Israeli national park will let scuba divers swim through 2,000 year old historic ruins.

'The uniqueness of the current object is that it is only half a face,' said Dr. Baruch, with researchers debating as to whether it actually served as a lamp or was used in some sort of ceremonial ritual.

The multicolored mosaic pavement, dating back to the Byzantine period, was uncovered during the development of a new neighborhood.

Teams of diggers rappelled down a dangerous mountain cliff to find dozens of fragments of a 2,000-year-old biblical scroll and more.

During a family outing, Zvi Ben-David stumbled upon a two millennia-old pottery figurine.

Ido Gardi 'demonstrated exemplary civic behavior and we hope that he will act as an example for others who discover ancient finds.'

Archaeological find gives a glimpse into the wardrobe of King David and King Solomon from 3000 years ago.

Archeologists find trove of evidence that after the Bar Kochva revolt against Rome, the area was populated by a mix of Jews, Christians and Pagans.

Israelis discovered more evidence of the Jewish people’s civilization in the Holy Land during the Biblical epoch.

This ancient stone mikveh from the Second Temple period was carved out of the site and moved to a nearby kibbutz to be preserved.

Police forensic handwriting expert teams up with archaeologists to make major discoveries about life during biblical times.

'The finds on the mountain reflect 3,000 years of Jewish activity, and every pit dug on the site can shed light on thousands of years of Jewish history.'

The fortress's existence proves that geopolitical tensions were just as high in ancient times as they are today.

Scientists used recorded data to link the Holy Temple's destruction on a specific date in 586 BCE to measurements of the earth's magnetic field on that day.

Israeli archaeologists discovered a trove of artifacts in Jerusalem dating back to the time of the biblical King Hezekiah during the First Temple period.

Israeli archaeologists discovered a seal in Jerusalem that 'bears witness to the restoration of the City of David in the period of Ezra and Nehemiah.'

Ten full magazines for a light machine gun, full clip chargers, and two British bayonets were discovered today in Jerusalem's Old City.

The Byzantine period finds reveal that the inhabitants of ancient Usha manufactured iron tools.

What kind of beer did Pharaoh drink? Israeli scientists resurrect yeast from ancient beer jugs to recreate 5,000-year-old brew.

The earth covering the courtyard contained some large building stones, some of which are elaborate architectural elements associated with the 2nd Temple period.

People in Denver are very excited about an exhibit of ancient artifacts from Israel, including two Dead Sea Scrolls shown to the public for the first time.

The Land of Israel constantly reveals hidden treasures, testifying to its rich history and the Jewish People's deep and long-lasting ties to its land.

The Israel Antiquities Authority’s has now fully excavated the 8th Century BCE (1st Temple period) Lachish city gate near Mount Hebron; The Israel Antiquities Authority has recovered a papyrus from the time of the 1st Temple documenting a wine shipment from Na’artah to Jerusalem, and much more.