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Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Daily Mirror
Hidden 2,000 year old tomb found under Petra leaving archaeologists stunned
Petra is known as a stunning city which attracts tourists from all over the globe but there is now more than meets the eye of the famous attraction after a tomb was recently located underneath its treasury building Archaeologists were stunned to discover a 2,000-year-old tomb under one of the seven wonders of the world. Carved into the pink sandstone cliffs of Petra in Jordan, lies an elaborate monument known as the Khaznah, or the Treasury — and a dozen skeletons were found under the structure. The city is probably best recognised by many for being featured in the 1989 film, ' Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade', starring Harrison Ford and Sean Connery. A site of historical and cultural significance, the city of Petra is a tourism hotspot and attracts close to one million visitors annually. Last year, CNN reported Dr Pearce Paul Creasman, executive director of the American Center of Research, along with a team of archaeologists, uncovered 12 human skeletons under the Khaznah. The dig also revealed a collection of artefacts beneath Petra's treasury and the human remains are believed to belong to people who lived two millennia ago. After discovering the unbelievable tomb, Creasman invited Josh Gates, host of Discovery Channels, 'Expedition Unknown' to the site. Gates said: "This is a hugely rare discovery — in the two centuries that Petra has been investigated by archaeologists, nothing like this has been found before. Even in front of one of the most famous buildings in the world, there are still huge discoveries to be made.' Creasman's team employed cutting edge ground penetrating technology to confirm the location of the additional tombs in the site. The data gathered by his team matched other information gathered from regions where tombs have been previously found. After being presented with the information, the Jordanian government approved the excavation underneath the Petra city. The artefacts found were extremely well-preserved, according to Creasman but the human remains, while intact, were in more delicate shape than expected. This has been attributed to the humidity of Petra and seasonal flooding. There is also porous sandstone within the tomb that entrapped moisture and saw some of the skeletons discovered with mould. The find is significant as only a handful of tombs have been uncovered in Petra in the past several decades with untouched burials. Other graves were disturbed and this was attributed mainly due to travellers looking for shade and protection in the desert. Two tombs were uncovered beneath the left side of the treasury around two decades ago by Jordan Department of Antiquities archaeologists. The tombs contained partial skeletal remains said Creasman but due to the data not being published, it was unclear how many bodies were located there. Creasman added: 'We were hopeful to find anything that might tell us more about the ancient people and place — human remains can be a really valuable tool in that regard. The burials in this tomb are articulated, so the bones haven't been rummaged around and moved, so that's exceedingly rare."
Japan Today
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Japan Today
Indiana Jones whip snaps up $525,000 at auction after 'Citizen Kane' sled goes for $14.75 million
FILE - This image shows a whip wielded by Harrison Ford in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade." (Heritage Auctions via AP, File) By ANDREW DALTON A whip wielded by Harrison Ford in 'Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade' that once belonged to Princess Diana has sold at auction for $525,000. Thursday's sale came a day after the Rosebud sled from 'Citizen Kane' went for a staggering $14.75 million, making it one of the priciest props in movie history. They were part of the Summer Entertainment Auction being held all week by Heritage Auctions. Heritage says the overall take has made it the second-highest grossing entertainment auction of all time, and there's still a day to go. Yet to be up for bids are Macaulay Culkin's knit snow cap from 'Home Alone,' a Kurt Russell revolver from 'Wyatt Earp,' a pair of 'Hattori Hanzo' prop swords from 'Kill Bill Vol. 1" and a first edition set of Harry Potter novels signed by J.K. Rowling. The whip sold Thursday was used during the Holy Grail trials that Ford's character goes through at the climax of 1989's 'Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.' Ford gave it to then-Prince Charles at the film's UK premiere. It was given as a gift to Princess Diana, who gave it to the current owner, who was not identified. The buyer also was not identified. 'The bullwhip is the iconic symbol of an iconic character of cinema history, Indiana Jones, and has been a highlight of this auction," Joe Maddalena, Heritage's executive vice president, said in a statement to The Associated Press. The $525,000 price includes the 'buyers premium' attached to all auction items for the house that sells it. Heritage said the nearly $15 million bid for the Rosebud sled puts it second only to the $32.5 million that Judy Garland's ruby slippers from 'The Wizard of Oz' fetched in December. Neither of those buyers were identified either. The sled was sold by longtime owner Joe Dante, director of films including 'Gremlins.' 'Rosebud' is the last word spoken by the title character in director Orson Welles' 1941 film 'Citizen Kane,' and the hunt for its meaning provides the film's plot. Many critics have regarded it as the best film ever made. Long thought lost, the sled is one of three of the prop known to have survived. Dante stumbled on it when he was filming on the former RKO Pictures lot in 1984. He wasn't a collector, but knew the value of the sled and quietly preserved it for decades, putting it as an Easter egg into four of his own films. Dante's friend and mentor Steven Spielberg paid $60,500 for another of the sleds in 1982, and anonymous buyer paid $233,000 for the third in 1996. © Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.
Toronto Sun
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Toronto Sun
Indiana Jones whip snaps up $525,000 at auction
Published Jul 18, 2025 • 2 minute read FILE - This image shows a whip wielded by Harrison Ford in "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade." (Heritage Auctions via AP, File) AP Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. (AP) — A whip wielded by Harrison Ford in 'Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade' that once belonged to Princess Diana has sold at auction for $525,000. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. 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Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Thursday's sale came a day after the Rosebud sled from 'Citizen Kane' went for a staggering $14.75 million, making it one of the priciest props in movie history. They were part of the Summer Entertainment Auction being held all week by Heritage Auctions. Heritage says the overall take has made it the second-highest grossing entertainment auction of all time, and there's still a day to go. Yet to be up for bids are Macaulay Culkin's knit snow cap from 'Home Alone,' a Kurt Russell revolver from 'Wyatt Earp,' a pair of 'Hattori Hanzo' prop swords from 'Kill Bill Vol. 1' and a first edition set of Harry Potter novels signed by J.K. Rowling. The whip sold Thursday was used during the Holy Grail trials that Ford's character goes through at the climax of 1989's 'Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.' Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Ford gave it to then-Prince Charles at the film's U.K. premiere. It was given as a gift to Princess Diana, who gave it to the current owner, who was not identified. The buyer also was not identified. 'The bullwhip is the iconic symbol of an iconic character of cinema history, Indiana Jones, and has been a highlight of this auction,' Joe Maddalena, Heritage's executive vice president, said in a statement to The Associated Press. The $525,000 price includes the 'buyers premium' attached to all auction items for the house that sells it. Heritage said the nearly $15 million bid for the Rosebud sled puts it second only to the $32.5 million that Judy Garland's ruby slippers from 'The Wizard of Oz' fetched in December. Neither of those buyers were identified either. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The sled was sold by longtime owner Joe Dante, director of films including 'Gremlins.' 'Rosebud' is the last word spoken by the title character in director Orson Welles' 1941 film 'Citizen Kane,' and the hunt for its meaning provides the film's plot. Many critics have regarded it as the best film ever made. Long thought lost, the sled is one of three of the prop known to have survived. Dante stumbled on it when he was filming on the former RKO Pictures lot in 1984. He wasn't a collector, but knew the value of the sled and quietly preserved it for decades, putting it as an Easter egg into four of his own films. 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7NEWS
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
Iconic Indiana Jones whip once owned by Princess Diana sells at auction for jaw dropping amount
One of the most famous props in cinema history that was previously owned by Princess Diana sold at auction yesterday during a week of fat cats splashing ridiculous cash on nostalgic items. The headline sale was the iconic bullwhip that was strapped to Harrison Ford's waist in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade, with one bidder snapping it up for a staggering $809,000. A hefty price tag to become the newest owner of the whip, which was used during the Holy Grail trials that Ford's character goes through at the climax of 1989's Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. The whip has a royal background, with Ford giving it to Prince Charles, who then gifted it to Princess Diana. The princess passed it over it to the current anonymous owner, who is now much richer after selling it at the Summer Entertainment Auction being held all week by Heritage Auctions. 'The bull whip is the iconic symbol of an iconic character of cinema history, Indiana Jones, and has been a highlight of this auction,' Heritage executive vice-president Joe Maddalena said. The auction of famous movie props have been going for the past week, with the biggest sale coming on Wednesday after the Rosebud sled from Citizen Kane went for a staggering $22.6 million, making it one of the priciest props in movie history. Heritage said the nearly $US15 million bid for the Rosebud sled puts it second only to the near $50 million that Judy Garland's ruby slippers from The Wizard of Oz fetched in December. If your pockets are feeling heavy, there are still plenty of items up for sale including Macaulay Culkin's knit snow cap from Home Alone, a Kurt Russell revolver from Wyatt Earp, a pair of Hattori Hanzo prop swords from Kill Bill Vol. 1 and a first edition set of Harry Potter novels signed by JK Rowling.
NBC News
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- NBC News
Indiana Jones whip snaps up $525,000 at auction after 'Citizen Kane' sled goes for $14.75 million
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — A whip wielded by Harrison Ford in 'Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade' that once belonged to Princess Diana has sold at auction for $525,000. Thursday's sale came a day after the Rosebud sled from 'Citizen Kane' went for a staggering $14.75 million, making it one of the priciest props in movie history. They were part of the Summer Entertainment Auction being held all week by Heritage Auctions. Heritage says the overall take has made it the second-highest grossing entertainment auction of all time, and there's still a day to go. Yet to be up for bids are Macaulay Culkin's knit snow cap from 'Home Alone,' a Kurt Russell revolver from 'Wyatt Earp,' a pair of 'Hattori Hanzo' prop swords from 'Kill Bill Vol. 1' and a first edition set of Harry Potter novels signed by J.K. Rowling. The whip sold Thursday was used during the Holy Grail trials that Ford's character goes through at the climax of 1989's 'Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.' Ford gave it to then-Prince Charles at the film's U.K. premiere. It was given as a gift to Princess Diana, who gave it to the current owner, who was not identified. The buyer also was not identified. 'The bullwhip is the iconic symbol of an iconic character of cinema history, Indiana Jones, and has been a highlight of this auction,' Joe Maddalena, Heritage's executive vice president, said in a statement to The Associated Press. The $525,000 price includes the 'buyers premium' attached to all auction items for the house that sells it. Heritage said the nearly $15 million bid for the Rosebud sled puts it second only to the $32.5 million that Judy Garland's ruby slippers from 'The Wizard of Oz' fetched in December. Neither of those buyers were identified either. The sled was sold by longtime owner Joe Dante, director of films including 'Gremlins.' 'Rosebud' is the last word spoken by the title character in director Orson Welles' 1941 film 'Citizen Kane,' and the hunt for its meaning provides the film's plot. Many critics have regarded it as the best film ever made. Long thought lost, the sled is one of three of the prop known to have survived. Dante stumbled on it when he was filming on the former RKO Pictures lot in 1984. He wasn't a collector, but knew the value of the sled and quietly preserved it for decades, putting it as an Easter egg into four of his own films.
