Archaeologists have discovered an ancient tomb in the Central American country of Panama, which contains a large number of ** artifacts that are considered to have "inestimable" historical and cultural value.
The tomb was found at the archaeological site of El Cao in the country, known for its tombs and ancient megaliths, dating back to 700-1000 AD, the Panamanian Ministry of Culture announced in a press release. The newly excavated tomb is believed to have belonged to a nobleman of the local culture and is said to have been buried between 750 and 800 AD. According to research from the University of South Florida, the Gran Coclé culture existed in the area from 200 BC to 1550 AD.
According to reports, Gran Coclé is known for its unique artistic style, and a large part of the archaeological artifacts found in the province of Coclé in Panama are elaborate gold objects.
According to the Ministry of Culture of Panama, archaeologists have soiled many artifacts in the tomb, including two belts made of spherical gold beads, four bracelets, two earrings in the shape of a figure, an earring in the shape of a crocodile, five earrings made of sperm whale teeth and a set of round gold plates. Bracelets and skirts made of dog's teeth, bone flutes and a large number of pottery fragments were also found in the cemetery.
The country's director of cultural relics said the group of ** artifacts had "immeasurable" historical and cultural value.
According to the director of the El Ca O** Society and the Archaeological Project, the tomb appears to have belonged to an adult male of high status – a high lord. Next to the burial goods was the remains of an adult male between the ages of 30 and 40, presumed to be the owner of the cemetery, who was buried face down with a woman underneath. There are also the remains of other people in the tombs, who may have been martyrs. Since the excavation process is still ongoing, it is difficult to determine the exact number of people buried in the grave.