Tag: ancient mining
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Turquoise Mining Tragedy: 1,100-Year-Old Chilean Mummy Showcases Ancient Mining Collapse
New Findings Reignite Questions About Ancient Chilean Mining Archaeologists and imaging specialists have unveiled a startling discovery from ancient Chile: the mummified remains of a man dating back about 1,100 years show clear signs of fatal trauma. The CT scans, conducted as part of a broader study on early mining and extractive economies in the…
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Ancient Turquoise Mine Tragedy: CT Reveals 1,100-Year-Old Mummy Died in Chile Collapse
Introduction: A Remarkable Discovery in Chilean Mines Archaeologists have unveiled a chilling window into ancient mining life in northern Chile. A naturally preserved mummy, dating back about 1,100 years, was uncovered in a turquoise-rich mining region. Recent CT scans provide a startling narrative: the man did not die of illness or exposure alone, but from…