Painted Mayan tomb unearthed in Guatemalan jungle
Archaeologists report the discovery of a painted Mayan tomb in northeastern Guatemala. An intact male skeleton, ceramic vessels, and carved jade beads accompanied wall paintings dating the burial to an early Classic Way period. A unique A-3 stirrup-handled pot was found. the joint US Guatemalan expedition led by Dick Adams accessed the site May 15 after using a camera to avoid disturbance.
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Dick) Adams
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Mayan Tomb Unearthed Beneath Pyramid In Guatemala Dig
National Geographic editor Walton Garrett recalls discoveries at a Guatemalan ruin where looters opened tunnels in 1979 and 1980, destroying tombs and priceless artifacts. An oil geologist and Adams team later used those tunnels to reach a capstone beneath a pyramid, speculating the burial site of a high ranking Mayan ruler. Discovery followed a risky dig begun May 9, reaching 102 feet with a cautious crew, uncovering a 7 by 13 foot chamber and a male skeleton in his 30s, with a stingray spine artifact suggesting bloodletting rites.
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National Geographic Magazine
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Maya find new Maya tomb walls study by on front Geographic team
An expedition in northeast Guatemala uncovers a tomb of a major Maya ruler with glyph covered walls. Researchers from National Geographic and AP Laser photol conclude the site offers insights into Maya art and hieroglyphic inscriptions.
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