Israeli Scuba Diver Discovers 900-Year-Old Crusader Sword off Hof HaCarmel
Atlit resident Shlomi Katzin was scuba diving last Saturday off the Carmel coast, when he was amazed to discover ancient artifacts on the sea bed, apparently uncovered by waves and undercurrents that had shifted the sand. He saw ancient stone anchors, anchors made of metal, pottery fragments, and an impressive sword with a one meter long blade and a hilt measuring 30 cm in length.
Fearing that the find would be stolen or buried beneath subsequent shifting of the sands, Katzin took the sword ashore. Demonstrating outstanding citizenship, he contacted the inspector for the Israel Antiquities Authority Northern District’s Robbery Prevention Unit and reported the find to the Israel Antiquities Authority.
The sword was handed over to the National Treasures Department and Katzin received a certificate of appreciation for good citizenship.
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Lost at sea: Israeli scuba diver Shlomi Katzin casually stumbled upon a 900 year old crusader sword and other relics while diving off of Israel's Carmel coast.
— Israel ישראל (@Israel) October 18, 2021
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Breaking news. South of Haifa near Atlit Fortress, below sea level at a depth of about 6 meters. A crusader knight's sword was discovered, from 900 years ago it was discovered by a diver. pic.twitter.com/eBACSyOfPY
— Dr. Haim Cohen دكتور حاييم كوهين (@Haim44) October 18, 2021
