Archaeologists unearth 3,800-year-old Egyptian tomb full of ancient Jewellery

Archaeologists unearth 3,800-year-old Egyptian tomb full of ancient Jewellery
Archaeologists unearth 3,800-year-old Egyptian tomb full of ancient Jewellery

Archeologists have unearthed a 3,800-year-old family tomb filled with a collection of ancient jewellery.

As per multiple outlets, the tomb was discovered near the city of Luxor, the Egyptian site dates back to the Middle Kingdom, a prosperous era between approximately 2030 and 1650 B.C.E.

It holds the remains of 11 individuals, likely belonging to the same family spanning multiple generations.

The team found the remains of five women, two men, three children and an unidentified person.

All those bodies had been wrapped in linen and placed together in wooden coffins. Interestingly, most of the jewellery was buried with women.

South Asasif Conservation Project, who led the excavation, issued a statement, noting, “This is the first Middle Kingdom tomb found in the area. Among the finds are beautiful necklaces, bracelets, armlets, scarab rings and girdles made of amethyst, carnelian, garnet, blue-green glazed faience and feldspar.”

Archaeologists unearth 3,800-year-old Egyptian tomb full of ancient Jewellery

It further said that the burials have been significantly damaged by flooding in the area. All the wooden coffins were destroyed, however items made from more durable materials were found to be in good condition.

In two of the burials, archaeologists found copper mirrors. One mirror had a lotus-shaped handle, while other depicted Hathor, the ancient Egyptian goddess linked to fertility and love.

Other notable finds included an engraved offering tray, a hippo head amulet and a green-blue ceramic fertility figurine.

Related
Read more : World

7.3-magnitude earthquake in Alaska prompts tsunami advisory

7.3-magnitude earthquake in Alaska prompts tsunami advisory
The 7.3-magnitude earthquake with a depth of 12 miles caused panic in Alaska but no damage was reported

Blue Lagoon spa in Iceland evacuated amid volcano eruption

Blue Lagoon spa in Iceland evacuated amid volcano eruption
Volcanic explosion in Iceland forces authorities to make quick decision as town and renowned geothermal spa receives evacuation notice

Spanish mountain rescue teams hunt for missing American hiker in Pyrenees

Spanish mountain rescue teams hunt for missing American hiker in Pyrenees
Authorities discovered Henderson’s car in Torla, a town to the west of the national park

National Hot Dog Day 2025: Best deals to celebrate this occasion

National Hot Dog Day 2025: Best deals to celebrate this occasion
Here are a few free and discounted hot dog offers you shouldn't miss

Guinness owner Diageo CEO Debra Crew steps down amid market struggles

Guinness owner Diageo CEO Debra Crew steps down amid market struggles
World’s biggest spirits maker, Diageo CEO Debra Crew, departs after two years as the company battles tariffs

Michelle, Barack Obama address divorce rumours with humour

Michelle, Barack Obama address divorce rumours with humour
Barack Obama pokes fun at divorce rumours on wife Michelle Obama’s Podcast

Cuban labour minister steps down after backlash over beggars comments

Cuban labour minister steps down after backlash over beggars comments
Cuban Minister for Labour Marta Elena Feitó Cabrera resigns over controversial remarks about beggars

Lion cub cuddles with afternoon tea in China spark outrage

Lion cub cuddles with afternoon tea in China spark outrage
Chinese restaurant offers customers lion cub cuddles with $150 afternoon tea