1837 in archaeology
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Below are notable events in archaeology that occurred in 1837.
Events
- Antikensammlung Berlin acquires the 5th century BC red-figure pottery Berlin Foundry Cup from Volci.
Explorations
- Richard William Howard Vyse investigates the interiors of the Pyramids of Giza using blasting techniques.
Excavations
- Rillaton Barrow in Cornwall, England, excavated and Rillaton Gold Cup found.
Finds
- Pietroasele Treasure found in Romania.
Publications
- John Gardner Wilkinson - Manners and Customs of the Ancient Egyptians.
Births
- Theodore M. Davis, American Egyptological excavation sponsor (d. 1915).