An ancient rock crystal jar is revealed in its full glory — but it still retains some secrets

Written by Jeevan Ravindran, CNNA stunning gold-wrapped jar crafted out of rock crystal has finally been uncovered in its entirety, revealing a Latin inscription that might provide new clues about its mysterious origins. Researchers at National Museums Scotland, where the Viking-Age vessel is being conserved, think the receptacle was probably used for religious purposes. And…