An enigmatic object resembling a “mobile phone” that is 800 years old was discovered in Salzburg, Austria.

In 2015, an unusual object was found during an excavation in the Austrian city of Salzburg. Archaeologists uncovered a small, rectangular object made of lead and copper that closely resembled a modern-day mobile phone.

The artifact, which dates back to the 13th century, measures 8 cm long, 5 cm wide, and 2 cm thick, with a small rectangular display area on the front and several buttons arranged in a grid pattern. It also has a small loop on the back, which suggests it may have been attached to a belt or worn around the neck.

The object has been dubbed the “Salzburg phone” or the “mystery phone” by the media, and its purpose and origin remain unclear. Some theories suggest it may have been used for communication or even as a musical instrument, while others speculate it may have been a religious object or a tool for divination.

However, most experts agree that the object is not actually a mobile phone or any type of communication device. Instead, it is likely a common object from the medieval period that was used for some practical or symbolic purpose.

Despite its mysterious origins and purpose, the “Salzburg phone” has captured the imagination of people around the world and has become a popular topic of discussion among historians and archaeologists. The artifact is currently on display at the Salzburg Museum, where visitors can view it and speculate on its true meaning.

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