Unseen Facts of the world

An 8-Track Cassette Radio Dating Back To The 1970s If you wanted to listen to some music in the car before 1965, you needed to have a lot of money to install a record player in the car. However, the catch is that it did not make for a nice listening experience since the sound was full of scratching and sniping. It was in 1965 that Ford Motor Company offered an 8-track cartridge player in their sportier vehicles. RCA countered this by releasing their back catalog on cartridges. Made by the private jet industry company Lear Jet Corporation, 8 track cartridges allowed people to listen to their favorite tunes without needing to buy an LP or wait for it to come upon the radio! An 8-Track Cassette Radio Dating Back To The 1970s

This Terrifying Rattle Kept Kids Busy In The 1930s Who in their right minds would think that it would be alright to give something like this to a kid? During the 1930s, it was the sort of thing that children were given to entertain them and keep them busy. Yes, it did not matter if it was a choking hazard that freaked them out. The rattles were made using lucite, which meant that they were good for teething regardless of how scary they might look like. In that era, toys were hard to buy. For one thing, the country had been going through the Depression, and these things were expensive! The cheaper alternatives were made with corn cob or cloth. This Terrifying Rattle Kept Kids Busy In The 1930s

Incredible Starry Lace-Up Boots From 1890s Belgium Take a good look at this gorgeous pair of boots! During the late 19th century, there had been a huge change in footwear because of developments in manufacturing and trade across the West. All of a sudden, it was now possible for people to create shows that were not only practical but could serve as performance or evening wear! By the end of the 1800s, shoemakers started to make different shoes for the left and right feet. As technology became more sophisticated, they also started to make shoes that looked good with just about any outfit instead of making one that fits all. Incredible Starry Lace-Up Boots From 1890s Belgium

A Restored Fire Fighter’s Bicycle From 1905 Firefighters did not always have their giant trucks. By the turn of the century, some firemen had to patrol on bikes with a hose that could be attached to a source of water. Aside from that, it also has a spot for the crowbar, which can be used to enter buildings, as well as a flashlight to let them see in the dark. According to online sources, these bikes had been built for firemen in the workshops of Birmingham Small Arms in Great Britain. We think that it would be cool to own one of these for a sweet ride. Hopefully, you would not get mistaken for a firefighter! A Restored Fire Fighter’s Bicycle From 1905

A Fascinating 300-Year-Old Carved Skull From Tibet In 2011, this carved skull was found in an antique store in Vienna. If you were curious, it is the 300-year-old remains of a Tibetan man. This is what the person who sold it to the Austrian shopkeeper said, at the very least. The skull supposedly came from a man who provided Tibetan monks with medical help, but the veracity of the story has yet to be confirmed. Researchers looked into the skull and learned that it is covered in a script called plants or an Indian script called ranja. However, they couldn’t translate the characters without knowing where it came from. A Fascinating 300-Year-Old Carved Skull From Tibet

Intricate 18th Century German Door Shows Off Great Workmanship Woodworking has always been a very important part of everyday life regardless of your status in life. Everyone, rich or poor, needs doors, after all. By the 1700s, the art of woodworking already involved more than just the creation of a barrier between the elements and a person. Artisans were already spending long hours into the creation of lovely pieces of furniture that was not only functional but also lovely to look at! The Germans have always loved woodworking, but similar designs have also been seen in colonial American furniture because of the high numbers of German immigrants who flew across the pond in the past. Intricate 18th Century German Door Shows Off Great Workmanship

This Victorian Era Hearse from Dresden Is A Thing Of Beauty This hearse comes from Dresden. It sure is beautiful! The intricate design is one that you will find everywhere back in the Victorian era, but this is a bit more extra than usual. The glass door and carved angels were not exactly common sights in the burial market, but this makes the hearse even more interesting. There is not much construction information about it, so the owner and driver remain a mystery. However, we are sure that everyone wanted to use a hearse this beautiful! After all, who would not want to send their loved ones off in style? This Victorian Era Hearse from Dresden Is A Thing Of Beauty

This Incredible 1882 Diving Suit Is Great But Impractical Diving was already a thing during the Victorian era. That was the time humankind finally began to explore the depths of the ocean using sophisticated technology. The equipment lets researchers go even further than ever before. The photo below shows an 1882 design by the Carmagnolle brothers from Marseilles, France. This suit allowed for more movement than the prototypes that came before it. It had 22 joints, while the helmet had 25 separate 2-inch glass viewing ports spaced at the same distance as the human eye. Sadly, this contraption weighed more than 800 pounds and could not be submerged without absorbing quite a lot of water. This Incredible 1882 Diving Suit Is Great But Impractical

An Incredible Photo Of A Tree Growing Out Of A Piano Take a look at this piano tree – no, we promise you that this was not photoshopped. Could someone have dropped a piano in the woods and then let this tree crack through the instrument? Maybe the piano was sawed in half and then arranged around the tree. This was discovered in the woods close to the California State University, Monterey Bay. The truth was that a college student by the name of Jeff placed the instrument around the tree. We are sure that it took a lot of hard work on his end! Sadly, you cannot go looking around for it since the piano has since been removed from the tree. An Incredible Photo Of A Tree Growing Out Of A Piano

A Rare Gold Sundial And Compass Ring From The 16th Century Do you want to know the time? If you had been alive in the 16th century, you needed to depend on the sun to know the answer to that. Perhaps you would buy a sundial ring like the one in the photo if you had spare money. The tiny timepiece was invented because people in those days were very interested in the natural sciences and had a fascination with solving various problems via natural means. The ring in question comes with an engraved coat of arms and an opening that displayed the compass and sundial. A Rare Gold Sundial And Compass Ring From The 16th Century

This Bat Lantern From The ‘30s Is Still Good For Modern Day Halloween This is one of the quirkiest and cutest lamps we have ever seen! The 1930s piece was made using cast iron and shaped in the form of a bat. This is perfect for Halloween or any other time of the year if you like spooky stuff. In the modern age, it is not uncommon to simply throw away decorations after the season and buy new pieces the following year. However, families often made their décor or bought something that would last a long time back in the 1930s. We would love to put this bat up in our own home ourselves! We do not think that they make these things like they used to. This Bat Lantern From The ‘30s Is Still Good For Modern Day Halloween

Archaeologists Found A Thracian Carriage With Two Horses Buried Upright It is difficult to see, but this is how they did things in ancient Bulgaria! Archaeologists found a whole carriage attached to the skeletons of two entire horses in a northeastern Bulgarian village called Svestari. The carriage came with 4 wheels, seats, and boot. There is reason to believe that they were owned by a Thracian noble. The horses must have been led through some narrow hole and had to be put out of their misery. This discovery is truly one of its kind. After all, it sounds highly unlikely that they will find anything better preserved than this incredible finding. Archaeologists Found A Thracian Carriage With Two Horses Buried Upright

Carbonized Bread With Baker’s Stamp Survived The Vesuvius Eruption It is common knowledge that Pompeii suffered destruction when Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 A.D. The thick blanket of ash helped preserved a lot of people, homes, and artifacts, however. It is quite shocking to hear that so much stuff survived a burst of this kind. Take a look at this entire loaf of baked bread! The dense and round fresh loaf of bread has been cut into 8 individual pieces and comes with a baker’s stamp saying “Celer, slave of Quintus Granius Verus.” Honestly, it boggles the mind that a remnant of a tragic past has made it to the present! We don’t recommend tasting it, though. Carbonized Bread With Baker’s Stamp Survived The Vesuvius Eruption

This Ornate Ax Was Made In Germany In The Late 1500s The craftsmanship that it took to make the ax is inspiring. It makes us wish we were alive during the days when blacksmiths worked in their forges for hours on end. The short-handled ax boasts of many uses such as throwing or chopping, but there is something about this piece that makes us think that it was meant to be used for decoration. After all, how can you take such a beautiful thing with you into battle only to throw it at the enemy? There is a good chance that the owner would not get it back after that. We are sure that there are better tools out there for this job. This Ornate Ax Was Made In Germany In The Late 1500

Wooden Skeleton Rocking Chair Was Made In Russia During The 19th Century Truly, there is something macabre about skeleton rocking chairs, but they are comfortable. It is because they are handcrafted from gorgeous pieces of wood meant to last for a long time. The pieces of furniture go for thousands of dollars and can even go for more through certain auction houses. Newer versions of the chair are patterned after a 19th-century version that is about 54 inches high. The chairs were carved ornately to make it look like you are sitting in a skeleton. We can see why some would find it spooky, but this might appeal to those of you who are fond of gothic themes! Wooden Skeleton Rocking Chair Was Made In Russia During The 19th Century

This 1867 Sewing Machine Was The First Of Its Kind Walter Hunt worked on the sewing machine in his very own workshop on Amos Street in New York City from 1832 to 1834. The first iteration of the machine had been built by hand and came with a curved needle as well as a shuttle to interlock a stitch using two threads. The next 30 years would bring the sewing machine a lot of changes and updates that helped revolutionize the world of fashion. In those days, there were also a lot of copycat inventors who wanted to get their hands on the first patent on the machine. There was so much legal drama that it went on to be one of the most litigated inventions of the 19th century! This 1867 Sewing Machine Was The First Of Its Kind

Quirky Silver Ice Cream Spoons Date Back To 1890 Everyone loves a gorgeous spoon! When you are eating or snacking on some ice cream, it is always nice to do so with such a whimsical and intricate thing. The spoons were made during the Victorian era, a time when everything was made to look more intricate and lavish than need be. The shell design of the spoon did not need to be there, but they knew that it was just important for this utensil to be pleasant-looking. The spoons can add levity to a sweet treat, which was something that the Victorians adored. In case you were wondering, a lovely design can make things a whole lot better. Quirky Silver Ice Cream Spoons Date Back To 1890

Massive Olmec Warrior Head Sculptures The massive Olmec head sculptures are among the most famous tribal artworks in the world. They were found close to San Lorenzo and La Venta and provided some insight into a community that researchers knew little about. They do not only show the distinct physical attributes of the people, but they also took a lot of manpower to make. The statues were hand-carved using a basalt boulder, some of which had to be transported a hundred kilometers or even more to the final destination. It is already hard enough to fathom just how they were transported there, let alone chiseled away into this. Massive Olmec Warrior Head Sculptures

Gorgeous Necklace Created By Georges Fouquet In 1905 This art deco necklace was created by French jewelry designer Georges Fouquet in 1905. He was best known for intricate pieces and joined his father in the industry during the 19th century. In the 1900s, he started a shop of his own and became known for art nouveau necklaces like this one here. His works were more than just a fashion statement, and many of them are now on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City and the Petit Palais in Paris. There is also a recreation of the shop at the Carnavalet Museum in Paris. Gorgeous Necklace Created By Georges Fouquet In 1905

This 16th Century Boxwood Miniature Was Made In The Netherlands This wooden box carving was made so perfectly that it blows our mind! Each detail is so intricate, and every piece seems like it would take an entire lifetime to accomplish. According to researchers, box carvings such as this one we’re meant to be status symbols used by wealthy Europeans 500 years ago. You will find religious scenes from the bible and depictions of life for various classes. Here was what art historian Eve Kahn said about it: “The works can be so rich that individual feathers are visible on angel wings, and dragon skins are textured with thick scales. Crumbling shacks are shown with shingles missing from their gabled roofs. Saints’ robes and soldiers’ uniforms are trimmed with nearly microscopic representations of buttons and embroidery, as well as jewelry and rosary beads.” This 16th Century Boxwood Miniature Was Made In The Netherlands

The Skull Of A Roman Legionnaire Who Died In The Gallic Wars From 58 BC to 51 BC, the Gallic wars were fought by the Romans and the Gallic tribes of what is now France and Belgium. The Gauls were a formidable opponent, but there had been a lot of tension and infighting between the tribes that the Romans managed to defeat them through a bunch of vicious campaigns. The end of the war saw both sides suffering major losses. The Romans lost over 30,000 soldiers, and the Celts lost approximately 1,000,000 fighters in melee combat. On top of that, 800 towns had been destroyed! The Skull Of A Roman Legionnaire Who Died In The Gallic Wars

American Civil War Era Surgeon’s Kit War zone medics are always in danger, which is why it is impressive that they can perform operations. They work under a lot of duress and typically have to work with limited equipment. This is even worse for a medical professional back in the Civil War. The medics did not only have a limited amount of resources, but they also had to work during one of the bloodiest conflicts the world has ever seen. The photo below shows us a well-stocked medical kit, but there is a good chance that a medic in the field needed to work with what medicine and material they had. We bet they hoped the brandy was strong enough for the person they were working on because it must have been very painful! American Civil War Era Surgeon’s Kit

Artist Igor Loskutow Made A Wooden Dragon Bench Using A Chainsaw We do not usually think of a chainsaw as something you use for precision cutting. However, Igor Loskutow was no ordinary man. A member of the Husqvarna chainsaw sculpture team, he traveled across the European continent to show off his incredible skill set. The stunning dragon bench was carved with the head and tail curling around where the viewer is supposed to sit. It is a great example of grace and precision! The bench got the top honors during the 2015 Huskycup World Title and rightly so! In 2017, Loskutow started to construct a similar bench but used different woods for a fiery effect. Artist Igor Loskutow Made A Wooden Dragon Bench Using A Chainsaw

Whiskey Legend Jack Daniel Died After Kicking His Safe Out Of Frustration Wow, talk about a way to go. Alcohol industry legend Jack Daniel died after an ordeal with his safety in Lynchburg, Tennessee on October 9, 1911. The safe did not fall on him nor did he try detonating it with dynamite. No, he wanted to fetch paperwork inside of it but could not remember the code! He started to kick it, which did not do anything but give him an infection on the big toe. It later turned gangrenous and then spread to the other parts of his body. The good thing was that he was able to turn the business over to Lem Motlow, his favorite nephew before he died from complications. Whiskey Legend Jack Daniel Died After Kicking His Safe Out Of Frustration

Ladder 3 Was Driven By First Responders During 9/11 First responders during the World Trade Center attacks on September 11, 2001, charged into the disarray and chaos of that tragic morning. A lot of them did not make it out of there. There is now a piece of equipment standing as a monument to the courage they displayed: Ladder 3. Captain Patrick Brown and firefighters drove it, but they did not survive when the North Tower fell on the front of the truck. That part of the vehicle had been ripped off as the structure collapsed and had been left to fester in the mess. After cleaning up that area, that truck was put in a hangar at the JFK International Airport but was later relocated to the Memorial Museum in 2011. Ladder 3 Was Driven By First Responders During 9/11

This Music Typewriter Had A Circular Keyboard With 33 Keys The Keaton Music Typewriter was patented in 1936 and came with 14 keys. By the ‘50s, it received an update and started to feature 33 keys! The typewriter worked by putting a sheet below the typing mechanism and then the notation marker would begin to type. It might sound complicated, but the truth was that the musical typewriters made it easier to write sheet music. However, it was important for the composer to work very carefully since they needed to start over with a new sheet if they made a mistake. The machine had 3 space keys that let users move the typehead through the units. This Music Typewriter Had A Circular Keyboard With 33 Keys

Incredible Meteorite Pieces Found In The Mountains Of Fukang In 2000, the Fukang Meteorite was found in China. It is one of the most incredible interstellar bodies ever found on the planet. An unnamed hitchhiker saw the meteorite outside Fukang, a town in the northwestern region of Xinjiang. The space rock is made of Pallasite, which is recognizable for the olivine crystal pieces embedded in an iron-nickel matrix. When lit from the back, the slices of the meteorite look like stained glass windows! Scientists have yet to find out the origins of the material, but they believe that the meteorite was formed around 4.5 billion years ago. Whoa. Incredible Meteorite Pieces Found In The Mountains Of Fukang

Preserved Boot Found In The Altai Mountains The preserved woman’s boot in the photo was made 2,300 years ago. It has remained intact so well thanks to the freezing temperatures at the Altai Mountains. It has been preserved so well that it could pass for something on display at a bohemian store. The boot has been traced to 300 BCE! It was made using leather and shows different decorations made with different textiles such as gold foil, pewter, glass beads, and pyrite crystals. It is a fascinating discovery that shows us how stylish people always were no matter the period. We are sure that some of you would willingly wear this! Preserved Boot Found In The Altai Mountains

The Oldest Working Astronomical Clock Is In Prague The Prague Astronomical Clock is among the oldest fully functional astronomical clocks in the world! This means that it can tell the time and display more information about the moon, sun, planets, and even zodiac constellations. It is also called the Orloj and had to be made with numerous layers to add the time and locations of the astronomical bodies. Aside from showing the time, the main face of the clock also features glyphs showing ancient Czech time and Roman numerals showing 24-hour time. The face comes in different shades of blue and red to represent the different parts of the day. At the center of the dial, you will find the Earth. How gorgeous is that? The Oldest Working Astronomical Clock Is In Prague

This 16th Century Ring Turns Into An Astronomical Sphere This 16th-century ring can unfold into a geometrical shape and is mind-boggling if you think about it. This intricate ring was designed to be worn around a finger as it folds out into several smaller rings. How fascinating is that? The maker of the ring must have spent days, maybe even weeks, to ensure that this incredible piece of jewelry works this way. Of course, it is also possible that they first made several prototypes before they arrived at just the right configuration. Maybe they even had to come up with a detailed blueprint before they started the actual construction of the ring. This 16th Century Ring Turns Into An Astronomical Sphere

Leon Panetta Offered To Open A $10,000 Bottle Of Wine For Osama Bin Laden’s Head After the terrible events that went down on September 11, 2001, Osama Bin Landen was considered public enemy number one of the West. Everyone wanted to locate the Taliban ringleader and enact justice to restore the honor of the country. We know that there was at least one restaurateur who put a bounty on his head. Ted Balestreri of California jokingly said that he would open his 141-year-old Chateau Lafite Rothschild bottle with the US Secretary of Defense if they contributed to the death or capture of the terrorist. After Bin Laden was taken down in 2011, the restaurateur said that it would be his honor to uncork the bottle as part of the celebration. Leon Panetta Offered To Open A $10,000 Bottle Of Wine For Osama Bin Laden’s Head