Archaeology is a source of wealth. Setting aside its immeasurable cultural value, which is beyond price, it has a significant economic impact on tourism, employment, local economies, and regional development.

While the historical understanding and beauty of artifacts — patiently recovered from the dust of the past—belong to a separate realm, far removed from commercial considerations, it is undeniable that in today’s world, everything has a monetary value. Monuments, statues, and pottery all translate into economic returns.