Archaeologists Discover 2,200-Year-Old Ring of Egyptian Queen Arsinoe III in Anapa

Anapa: Archaeologists in the center of the Russian city of Anapa have uncovered a rare bronze ring featuring the image of Egyptian Queen Arsinoe III, who reigned from 220 to 204 BC during the Ptolemaic period. According to Qatar News Agency, the ring was found inside a hole connected to an ancient house from the Hellenistic era. It had been buried for over two thousand years, alongside a collection of other artifacts including decorated pots, jugs, and cups. The archaeological site, identified as the "Voskresenskaya-6 Estate Group," is situated approximately 500 meters from the Anapa railway station. The site shows distinct evidence of residential and commercial activities from that time period. The discovery of the ring is particularly significant as it bears the image of Arsinoe III engraved during her lifetime. The collection of finds at the site, including amphorae, jugs, and decorated cups, aligns precisely with the era of the Egyptian queen, a rarity in archaeological studies.