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In today's digital age, the preservation and comprehensive documentation of cultural heritage are imperative for safeguarding our shared identity and historical legacy. This paper illuminates the journey from data acquisition to the effective utilisation and re-use of cultural artefacts within the Mnemosyne project at the Cyprus University of Technology. Centred on the seamless integration of humanities with cutting-edge digital technologies, it places a particular emphasis on the meticulous process of gathering and processing data from various cultural assets. Within this context, the paper delves into three interdisciplinary case studies: a Holy Bread Prosphora Seal, a collection of coins featuring Hercules Melqart, and a Temple-boy limestone statuette. These case studies creatively harness historical contexts and insights, artfully presented within dynamic user interfaces, thereby showcasing the transformative potential of cultural heritage artefacts in the digital realm. By ensuring the preservation and accessibility of our heritage to contemporary audiences, this paper underscores the profound synergy between humanities and advanced technologies, assuring the enduring presence of cultural heritage in the digital landscape and transcending temporal boundaries.