In 1944, the approach of the Soviet Red army caused most of the 'Prussia treasure' to be removed from the museum in capital Koenigsberg's castle, to be separated until the 'Wende' (German reunion after the fall of the Iron Curtain). ...See moreIn 1944, the approach of the Soviet Red army caused most of the 'Prussia treasure' to be removed from the museum in capital Koenigsberg's castle, to be separated until the 'Wende' (German reunion after the fall of the Iron Curtain). Recently German researchers followed its trail, and discovered more then they expected. It's a unique collection of pieces from the Preussen (Prussians), the long-extinct tribe the German region Prussia by the Ostsee is named for, who traded a lot, mainly in precious amber (which the region is the world's best source of), notably with the Vikings. Although their culture had no writing, its jewelry proves a refined technology. Written by
KGF Vissers
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