Archaeologists have made a groundbreaking discovery in Poland, uncovering a 2,300-year-old bronze helmet that confirms the presence of Celtic peoples in the country’s north for the first time. The find suggests that the Celts settled in the region to secure their supplies of precious amber.
The helmet, which dates back to around 400 BC, is made of thin bronze sheet-metal and features a conical top and distinctive nape. It likely served both as a symbol of status and a military tool for its owner, who was part of the Celtic elite.
The discovery was made at the Łysa Góra archaeological site near Chorzele, about 65 miles north of Warsaw. Excavations have also yielded over 300 ancient artifacts, including four iron axes, an iron sword, and various tools and ornaments in Celtic styles.
These finds indicate that the Celts had a significant presence in northern Poland, contradicting previous theories that they only maintained occasional contact with people in the region. Instead, it appears that they settled at Łysa Góra to protect their amber supplies and facilitate trade along the “amber trail” between the Masovia region and Warmia and Masuria.
The discovery is significant not just for its historical implications but also for the insight it provides into the lives of ancient cultures.
Source: https://www.livescience.com/archaeology/2-300-year-old-celtic-helmet-discovered-in-poland