These Papyrus Scrolls Hold Unknown Secrets
Papyrus scrolls were used to record everything from religious texts like the “Book of the Dead” to receipts for grain and livestock.
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Ripley’s video archive is an eclectic collection of videos from our popular TV show, behind the scenes footage from The Vault, and Ripley’s Originals.
The St. Patrick’s Day Sham
Besides pets and zoos, there haven’t ever been snakes in Ireland to begin with.
Getting Your Hands On The Ripley’s Baby Makers
This unusual trend was born as a result of an iconic Ripley’s exhibit, acquired more than 25 years ago—the Legendary African Fertility Statues.
A Mummy Foot Mystery From The 18th-Century B.C.
This foot was so well preserved that its prints and nails remain intact!
The Collyer Brothers: Hermit Hoarders Of Harlem
He dressed like a scarecrow as he prowled the night.
The Skinny On Necropants: Trousers Made Of Human Skin
The black magic behind wearing filleted flesh as a pair of literal “skinny” jeans…
Secrets Of A Greek Fire Grenade From 800 A.D.
Greek fire was said to burn when it came into contact with water or even mere sunlight!
The Dystopian Program Of Practice Babies
A baby could have upwards of 50 “moms.”
The Tooth Fairy’s Foreign Competitors
Would you leave your tooth under the pillow for a mouse?
Cadaver Synod: The Trial Of Pope Formosus’s Corpse
A deacon was appointed to speak for the corpse.