SAEDNEWS: The unique golden mask capturing the determined, youthful face of Tutankhamun may be considered the most famous ancient artifact in the world. His nearly intact tomb, containing thousands of objects, offers a wealth of insights into the past.
According to the History and Culture section of SaedNews, Tutankhamun reigned as a Pharaoh of Egypt for approximately nine years. He ruled from 1332 to 1323 BCE and was the eleventh Pharaoh of ancient Egypt’s 18th Dynasty, also known as the New Kingdom. Tutankhamun remains one of the most famous pharaohs in Egyptian history.
His legacy continues to shine centuries later. The discovery of his tomb in 1922 in Egypt brought his story to the attention of the entire world.
The unique golden mask depicting the resolute, youthful face of Tutankhamun is arguably the most famous artifact from antiquity. His nearly intact tomb, which contained thousands of objects, offers a wealth of insight into ancient Egyptian life and culture.
Below, see a photograph capturing the moment Tutankhamun’s statue was discovered in a tomb in the Valley of the Kings.
