Viking chess piece sells for more than $1 million at auction

Viking chess piece sells for more than $1 million at auction

The Lewis Chessmen are intricate,expressive chess pieces in the form of Norse warriors,carved from walrus ivory in the 12th century.

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'Loot to order':Facebook a vibrant market for war-zone antiquities

'Loot to order':Facebook a vibrant market for war-zone antiquities

Ancient treasures pillaged from conflict areas are being offered for sale online,including items possibly stolen by Islamic State.

  • byKaren Zraick