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12 Most Mysterious Ancient Finds That Really Exist

November 7, 2023

The discovery of a collection of mysterious Sandstone jars in India, similar to the famous plane of jars in Laos, raises questions about their purpose and connection to ancient burial rituals.

The discovery of a Greek noblewoman's untouched grave, filled with valuable gold jewelry, raises questions about how it remained hidden for so long within a well-known archaeological site.

The tomb of Le, an ancient Chinese king, contained over 10,000 artifacts made of precious materials like lacquer, jade, bronze, silver, and gold, suggesting a rich and opulent burial.

The discovery of a surgeon's tomb in Northern Peru from 1,000 years ago reveals primitive surgical tools, including knives with high arsenic content, raising questions about their purpose and medical practices of the time.

The mysterious Roman stone with an unknown inscription raises questions about the identity and motives of the person who erected it.

The great Buddha of Nara in Japan may have had an entire head transplant, suggesting that the current head may not be the statue's original.

Over 100 sets of mummified human remains, some dating back almost 2,000 years, have been discovered on the Canary Islands, suggesting that the guanes practiced mummification similar to the ancient Egyptians. The wheel's 28 spokes align with the 28 days in the lunar cycle, showcasing the ancient knowledge and understanding of celestial phenomena.

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