2,150-Year-Old Greek Trade Weight Returns to Israel After Looting

Rare 2,150-year-old Greek trade weight with historic inscription seized in Jerusalem. Israel Antiquities Authority recovers artifact following undercover

Pesach Benson

August 19, 2025 at 7:29 am • 1 min read

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