Beautiful Relics From Ancient Egypt Found In Hidden Chamber Down A 14-Meter Shaft

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A lavishly decorated burial site filled with treasures has begun to reveal the story of a priestess who lived more than 4,000 years ago in ancient Egypt.

Archeologists discovered a concealed chamber behind a stone wall at the bottom of a 45-foot deep vertical shaft.

snugly fit inside of each other.

It was used to hold a person's organs that were taken out during the mummification process, including the liver, spleen, lungs, and intestines. Often, these containers were designed with the heads of Horus's four sons, with each organ protected by a specific god: Hapy (lungs), Imsety (liver), Duamutef (stomach), and Qebehsenuef (intestines).

Dated back to approximately 1880 BCE, the chamber had been targeted by grave robbers in ancient times, who likely stole jewelry and metal objects – yet, most of Idy's burial goods remained untouched. During the excavations, archaeologists discovered wooden figurines, a dagger, pharaonic emblems, and offerings to the Gods that had been left behind.

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Despite some items being taken by looters, pieces of her bones and clothing still remain in the coffin. The researchers' initial studies indicate the woman was probably around 40 years old when she passed away and had a birth defect in her foot, although it's not yet clear what caused her death.

She was given a grand burial and imperial title which shows she held a major position in ancient Egypt's royal court. She was buried in the tomb of her father, Djefaihapi I, who was a high-ranking government official during the Middle Kingdom and served under Pharaoh Senusret I.

Excavations at the tomb have been an international collaboration between the Free University of Berlin, Sohag University in Egypt, Kanazawa University in Japan, and the Polish Academy of Sciences. All of the artifacts found have been turned over to the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities.