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Famously coveted relics

Can you name the relics/antiquities that have captured the imaginations of generations of explorers, archaeologists and treasure hunters alike. Bonus points for any rumoured locations.
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Last updated: December 24, 2024
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Relic
rumoured locations (country)
A golden chalice with miraculous healing powers and may grant eternal life
Holy grail
Israel
A sword lodged in stone, it’s wielder is granted kingship
Excalibur
England
The wool of a mythical ram sought after by the Argonauts
Golden Fleece
Georgia
A gold plated wooden chest, Ill may fall on those who look inside
Ark of the covenant
Ethiopia
A wooden effigy of Pallas Athena, prevents its host city from falling
Palladium
Turkey
An ancient text by its namesake god, allows the reader to converse with animals and gods
Book of Thoth
Egypt
The ‘magnum opus’ of alchemy, used to turn lesser metals into gold or silver
Philosopher’s stone
France
A weapon said to have pierced the side of Jesus, guarantees victory in battle
Holy lance
Austria
A sacred jade carving, used by the emperor, a physical symbol of the Mandate of Heaven
Heirloom seal of the realm
China
A pearl shaped jewel, grants wishes and bestows wealth, health and enlightenment
Cintamani stone
Bhutan
A hammer, once thrown returns to its wielder
Mjolnir
Norway
A horn shaped container capable of providing endless sustenance
Cornucopia
Greece
A signet ring adorned with a star, provides the power to command the supernatural
Seal of Solomon
Israel
A sword of mythical origin, ‘owned’ by the current emperor but always enshrouded
Grass-cutting sword
Japan
Glass-like carvings of a human head, said to possess varied supernatural abilities
Crystal skull
Mexico
A golden ring with the ability to multiply itself eight times every nine nights
Draupnir
Norway
The sword of Charlemagne, its pommel forged from a previous answer
Joyeuse
France
A small body of water with rejuvenative powers
Fountain of youth
USA
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