A remarkable discovery has been made at the Karnak Temple complex, located near the Luxor pyramid in Egypt. Hidden inside a pot believed to be more than 2,600 years old, archaeologists found a collection of gold jewelry and statuettes of a family of gods.
The Karnak Temple complex, part of the ancient Egyptian city of Thebes, was constructed over 1,500 years by various pharaohs. Emily Snow, writing for The Collector, explains that the complex is home to numerous temples, chapels, pylons, and shrines, which provide valuable insights into the evolution of Egyptian religious practices. The Temple of Amun-Re, dedicated to the chief god of Thebes, is considered the most significant structure at the site.
Mohamed Abdel-Badii, head of the Egyptian Archaeology Sector, shared that the newly discovered jewelry collection includes gold and metal rings, along with a statue of ancient Egyptian gods. The statuette depicts Amun, the chief god of Thebes, his wife Mut, and their son Khonsu, the Moon god. Researchers believe these statuettes were likely worn as amulets.
In addition to the jewelry, a metal brooch, god figures in animal forms, and several beads—some plated in gold—were also uncovered.
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