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Canaanite gold, silver uncovered in Tel Gezer
A hoard of gold and silver treasure from approximately 3,600 years ago has been uncovered in Tel Gezer, in central Israel, Army Radio reports.
Archaeologist found a silver pendant with an eight-pointed star embossed on it, along with a gold-covered Egyptian scarab, which were wrapped in well-preserved linen, according to the report.
The find is expected to shed additional light on the culture of the Canaanite people.
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