Egypt: Archaeologists have found a wealth of grave goods, including hundreds of large wine jars, some of which are still sealed in the tomb of the First Dynasty Egyptian queen Meret-Neith.
This discovery suggests that she was a very significant person, maybe she could even be Egypt’s first female pharaoh.
Ms. Meret-Neith lived approximately 5,000 years ago, serving as queen of Egypt around 2950 BCE. However, archaeologists have been unable to determine her precise position.
Archaeologists, led by Ms. Christiana Köhler from the University of Vienna and collaborating with the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, are presently excavating the wealthy tomb of Ms. Meret-Neith to uncover more about this ancient monument.
Ms. Meret-Neith was buried among those of male pharaohs, and her tomb matched theirs in size and richness. During her era, she was likely the most influential woman.
The researchers also discovered inscriptions declaring that Ms. Meret-Neith was responsible for important offices, such as the royal treasury. Modern archaeological techniques are used to gain deep knowledge about the tomb.
According to the archaeologists, Ms. Meret-Neith’s funereal complex, built of unbaked brick, clay, and wood, included the tombs of 41 courtiers and servants who were buried with her.
The analysis shows that this was not built all at once but in stages over a long period of time, as per the researchers.
The tomb at the royal necropolis of Abydos encompasses certain evidence of the queen. The excavation at the tomb is still in progress, intending to unveil more secrets about the queen.
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