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SCIENCEApr 29 · 14:03 UTCSCIENCE DAILY

Bronze Age mines discovered in Spain may explain Scandinavian metal mystery

Archaeologists discovered six Bronze Age mines in southwestern Spain, including sites with stone axes and deposits of copper, lead, and silver, potentially explaining the origin of metals used in ancient Scandinavian artifacts. The mines, located near Cabeza del Buey, range from small extraction zones to large operations, highlighting their role in ancient trade networks.

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