A look at the Indiana Jones artifacts

Sadigh Gallery believes that learning about human history need not be boring. There are countless periods in human existence that are filled with intrigue and mystery. What’s more is that authors everywhere have incorporated many of these legends from the significant eras of history into their stories. Indeed, learning can be fun.

In line with that, Sadigh Gallery believes it’s time for a fun-filled look back at some of the most important ancient artifacts spotlighted in the wildly popular Indiana Jones film franchise.

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The Ark of the Covenant
Featured in “Raiders of the Lost Ark,” the Ark of the Covenant is where the Ten Commandments are housed. The two tablets (and a rumored third) were placed inside the Ark during the Exodus to the Promised Land. In the movie, the Nazis go after it in an effort to win the war. But of course, professor, archeologist, and adventurer Indiana Jones is there to thwart their plans.

The Holy Grail
“Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade” features a race between Indy and his Holy Grail-obsessed father, Henry, Sr., and (you guessed it) the Nazis, with the latter planning to use the Grail to once again win the war. The film adopted the legend that who so ever drinks from the cup that Jesus Christ drank from during the Last Supper, the same cup that caught his blood after being speared when he was crucified, shall have everlasting life.

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Sadigh Gallery in New York City specializes in handling and selling ancient artifacts, ancient art, and coins from around the world. All of its antiquities are guaranteed authentic and appraisals are performed to help customers spot fake items. For more information, visit the Sadigh Gallery website.

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