4-Year-Old Accidentally Smashes 3,500-Year-Old Artifact In Museum

The child’s father said his son was ‘curious about what was inside’ and ‘pulled the jar slightly.’

The destroyed artifact dates back to 2200-1500 BCE, and was used for storing and transporting goods like olive oil and wine. — The destroyed artifact dates back to 2200-1500 BCE, and was used for storing and transporting goods like olive oil and wine. Shay Levy/Hecht Museum

JOSEPH CURL

Aug 28, 2024, 05:34 PM ET