
SYMHC Classics: Tiara of Saitafernes
Stuff You Missed in History Class
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The Importance of Ruchmovsky's Goldsmithery
Ruchmovsky's work was so far superior and more convincing than other forgeries. He had outdone those who had actually been trying to pass off their work as ancient. Since he hadn't known that his creation was going to be shopped around as a historically significant find, his reputation was not harmed.
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