Initial visual analysis of 11 rings and two medallions brought in from a thrift store in Chilliwack, B.C, leads archaeologists to suspect the items are ancient, most likely from somewhere within the boundaries of what was once the Roman Empire. (SFU/ Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology)

Possible ancient artifacts are found in a B.C. thrift shop — and archeology scholars are on the case

By working closely with the objects, students will learn how to become archeological detectives and engage with the process of museum research from start to finish.