The ambassador’s grandchildren—using metal-detection equipment provided for the visit—located five coins that may date from the Bar Kokhba period, the Great Revolt, or the Late Roman era.

The excavation also yielded hundreds of broken clay and glass dishes, a ring, and other artifacts.

The coin was found with three other coins bearing the name 'Simeon.'

Why were the Romans so shocked by the Jews rebuilding Hebron?

'A currency is a sign of sovereignty. If you go into rebellion, you use one of the most obvious symbols of independence, and you mint coins. The inscription on the coin clearly expresses the rebels’ aspirations.'

Get a glimpse into life in the ancient village of Usha, once the center of Jewish life in Israel.

Text from recently unearthed fragments of a biblical scroll gives us valuable historical insights.

The Israel Antiquities Authority announced the discovery of a coin from the Bar-Kochba revolt, which was discovered at the foot of the Temple Mount.

The rare archeological find was made in a cave near Modiin.

The Land of Israel constantly reveals hidden treasures, testifying to its rich history. This time, archeologists deciphered a 2,000-year-old stone with one of the oldest-known mentions of the name Judea.