An unsolved mystery in history
In the long river of history, there was a heroic king of Yue in China, named Gou Jian. His story, like a bright pearl, shines more and more brightly under the baptism of time. In particular, his tenacious spirit of lying down and trying his courage is like a fire that illuminates the path of future generations. He once vowed: "3,000 Yuejia can swallow Wu", that firm will and determination to take revenge are as majestic as a mountain. And the Yue Wang Sword is the embodiment of his will, sharp and tenacious, carrying his glory and dreams.
Yue Wang Sword, the name itself is full of mystery and legend. After more than 2,000 years of wind, frost, rain and snow, it is still as sharp as ever, as if it has been sheltered by time. In 1965, this sword was rediscovered in the Wangshan Chu Tomb Group in Jiangling County, Jingzhou City, Hubei Province.
This sword, 55 years long6 cm, width 46 cm, the hilt is 84 cm and a weight of 8574 grams. Its shape is elegant, the lines are smooth, and it is full of artistic beauty. Its immortal mystery, like a magnet, attracts the attention of countless people.
The reason why the Yue Wang Sword has been immortal for thousands of years is that there are many mysteries behind it. First of all, the materials from which it is made are extraordinary. The bronze sword body, the copper element is relatively stable in the chemical elements and is not easy to oxidize, so that the sword can maintain its original appearance for a long time. The sword body contains a lot of copper, which gives it excellent toughness; The high tin content of the blade enhances the hardness and sharpness of the sword. This fully demonstrates the superb level of China's metal casting process more than 2,000 years ago, which is breathtaking.
Secondly, the preservation environment of the Yue Wang Sword also contributed to it. Buried deep underground, the burial chamber is enclosed and filled with fine white plaster, creating a space that is almost isolated from the outside world. This closed environment effectively blocks the gas exchange between the sword and the outside world, and provides unique conditions for the preservation of the sword. In addition, the burial chamber was immersed in groundwater for a long time, completely insulating the air, allowing the sword to remain in its original state despite the lack of water and oxygen necessary for rust.
The immortality of the Yue Wang Sword is not only the crystallization of technology, but also the witness of history. It is truly breathtaking to be able to forge such a sword in that distant era, and to still shine after more than 2,000 years of time. And behind this sword, there is also a moving story of Yue Wang Goujian's perseverance, wisdom and courage. His spirit, as sharp and tenacious as a sword, is deeply imprinted in the hearts of future generations, inspiring us to pursue our dreams, face difficulties, and challenge the impossible. The story of Goujian, the king of Yue, is the same as his sword, forever immortal and forever inspires us to move forward.