Artefacts

/ˈɑːrtɪfækts/ noun

Objects made or shaped by humans, especially those from past cultures that have historical or archaeological importance.

From Latin 'arte' (by art or skill) and 'factum' (made or done), so literally 'made by art.' The spelling 'artefact' (with 'e') is primarily British, while American English prefers 'artifact.' The term became popular in archaeology in the 19th century.

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