However, nowadays, we have a network of internet detectives who can solve the mystery behind any object. Here, we’ve gathered some of the most intriguing discoveries made by these online detectives.
1. Electric Massager from the 1920s
Have you ever come across a metal object with a plastic round knob and a plastic handle and wondered what it could be? Well, it turns out, it’s an electric massager from the 1920s! Who would’ve thought?
2. Cuneiform Tablet from the Louvre
Imagine finding a heavy chunk of metal that has maintained its color for decades. Surprisingly, it turned out to be a cuneiform tablet that can be purchased as a souvenir at the Louvre and other museums. Incredible, isn’t it?
3. Lockout/Tagout Gang Lock
Here’s a baffling object – a type of clamp that doesn’t open beyond a certain point. The internet detectives identified it as a gang lock used for Lockout/Tagout in workplaces. It ensures the safety of multiple people working with equipment. Safety first, always!