French Queen Catherine de Medici’s 16th century pin found in toiletJune 19, 2012 - 20:48 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - A hairpin belonging to 16th century French Queen Catherine de Medici has been discovered at a royal residence outside Paris. And what's left conservators scratching their heads is where it was found: a communal toilet, AP reported. Officials said it's the first time in living history that a possession of the Renaissance royal has been found at Fontainebleau Palace. The 3.5 inch pin was identified because it bore the initial "C'' and the white and green finish known to be Catherine's colors. The rare artifact was found in a toilet waste receptacle as the latrine was being prepared for restoration. Conservator Vincent Droguet said the pin's location in a communal toilet — as opposed to a private one — was a "mystery." He added, "Perhaps it was stolen, and just fell in." Top stories Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived in Moscow on April 22 to hold talks with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". Partner news | Your home is in Armenia – Ameriabank offers mortgage loans for the Diaspora To buy real estate, Diasporans can apply to Ameriabank online to buy, renovate or build a home anywhere in Armenia. Armenia-Qatar ties discussed in Doha The Secretary of Armenia’s Security Council met with the Deputy Secretary General of the National Security Council of Qatar. ARARAT special evening dedicated to Aznavour's 100th Anniv. On May 20 ARARAT legendary Armenian brandy, celebrated the centennial of Maestro Charles Aznavour with a special event. Surveying works underway in Armenia’s Kirants Surveying works are underway in the Armenian village of Kirants in the northern Tavush province. |