It dates to the transition between the Bronze and Iron ages, and it's one of the earliest known of its kind to show Scythian burial practices, according to the study, published online Oct.

Some records suggest that the Scythians were known for brutal customs. They reportedly made clothing and quivers from human skin, scalped their opponents, and drank the blood of their enemies.

MOSCOW, June 10. /TASS/. The ruling by the Supreme Court of the Netherlands to hand over the Scythian gold collection from Crimean museums to Ukraine will entail a due response from Russia ...