0 the distant past (= a long time ago), especially before the sixth century:
Cannabis has been used for medicinal purposes since antiquity.
Before creating this sculpture, she studied all the masterpieces of classical antiquity.
Under Greek law, all antiquities that are discovered in Greece belong to the government.
1 the past, esp. before the Middle Ages (= before the sixth century), or something of great age:
I am much more interested in silver, in antiquities, in porcelain, in furniture, and in old works of art.
Will he consider celebrating the centenary by updating legislation in related areas, such as the law on treasure trove and movable antiquities?
In any case, it is an irrelevant consideration when deciding whether antiquities should be preserved for the nation.
Among those antiquities he had in his shop or gallery today a number of dinosaurs' eggs.
Any piece of legislation which polices and regulates the growing market in illegal works of art and antiquities is to be applauded and supported.
However, it is a subject of concern to museums of antiquities.
Their archives, antiquities, artefacts and expertise will not be scattered but will be lovingly cherished.
Co-operation on all sides, collectors, finders, and the antiquities trade is the way forward.
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