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1837 in archaeology
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1837 archaeology science
thumb|200px|right|John Gardner Wilkinson, Egyptologist.
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).
Deaths
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Category:1830s in archaeology
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