Discovered in 19th Century Toledo, Spain, a city famed for its master swordsmiths, this artifact is a marvel of concealed #weaponry. Crafted with exquisite skill, it features a flexible, double-bladed rapier ingeniously housed within a #silver ring snake sheath. This design allowed the weapon to be worn discreetly as jewelry, its deadly nature hidden in plain sight. @histories_arch #globalmuseum

Ever seen witches’ butter? It’s found in forests around the world growing on dead branches, where it feeds on other #fungi. Researchers are studying it for the potential medicinal value of its bioactive compounds, including possible anti-inflammatory & antiallergic properties. American Museum of Natural History @AMNH #globalmuseum