Tutankhamun died at 19, tomb scans reveal possible hidden chambers. Howard Carter and patron Lord Carnarvon spent 5 years finding tomb of Tutankhamun and 10 more years recording and removing its contents Tutankhamun reigned from 1333 to 1323 BC and died at age 19 He was buried with amulets and jewelry in three wooden gold coffins protected by an inlaid gold mask
Howard Carter and patron Lord Carnarvon spent 5 years finding Tutankhamun's tomb and 10 more years documenting its contents. The young pharaoh was buried at age 19 around 1323 BC with amulets, jewelry, and a stunning gold mask inlaid with colored glass and semi-precious stones. Scans in 2015 revealed possible hidden chambers behind the walls that might contain Queen Nefertiti's burial 👑
Key Facts
- Howard Carter and patron Lord Carnarvon spent 5 years finding tomb of Tutankhamun and 10 more years recording and removing its contents
- Tutankhamun reigned from 1333 to 1323 BC and died at age 19
- He was buried with amulets and jewelry in three wooden gold coffins protected by an inlaid gold mask
- The mask was decorated with colored glass and semi-precious stones
- Photographer Harry Burton produced complete detailed photographic records of the excavation
- Scans taken in 2015 show possible hidden chambers behind the tomb walls, potentially containing Queen Nefertiti's burial
Related site: tomb of Tutankhamun — view location, images, and history on the Ancient Nerds map.
Source: Exploring Egypt’s Most Looted Ancient Tombs (Valley of the Kings) by Wandering Wolf