antiquities
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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Fearing looting and vandalism after Kadhafi's overthrow, the antiquities department removed "all the artefacts until the country re-stabilised", said Fakroun, 63, who has worked at the French archaeological mission to Libya for almost four decades.
From Barron's • Dec. 31, 2025
Mohamed Fakroun, head of international cooperation at the antiquities department, said the museum went through "a dark period during its 14-year closure".
From Barron's • Dec. 31, 2025
It has everything: cyphers, priceless antiquities, a rogue circus troupe.
From Salon • Dec. 2, 2025
Prominent Egyptologists argue that its establishment strengthens their demand for key Egyptian antiquities held in other countries to be returned – including the famed Rosetta Stone displayed at the British Museum.
From BBC • Oct. 31, 2025
A prosperous art dealer in Florence, Geri advertised in newspapers across Europe, looking for art and antiquities.
From "The Mona Lisa Vanishes" by Nicholas Day
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