"China's Ancient Relic Trove Unearthed in Remarkable Tomb Discovery"

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"China's Ancient Relic Trove Unearthed in Remarkable Tomb Discovery"
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A well-preserved tomb dating back over 2,000 years has been unearthed in China, containing more than 600 relics. The tomb, known as "Guankou Western Han Dynasty Tomb No. 1," is the most significant discovery in the area, dating back to 193 B.C. during the Han Dynasty. The artifacts found in the tomb, including lacquerware, woodware, bambooware, pottery, bronzeware, and textiles, suggest that the tomb owner was a high-ranking official.

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