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archaeology4 months ago•4 min saved

New Discoveries Shed Light on Teotihuacan's Mysterious Language and Disappearance

Researchers analyzing artwork from the ancient city of Teotihuacan suggest it may contain a rudimentary language that evolved into Aztec languages, potentially explaining the city's mysterious abandonment around 600 AD and shedding light on its builders' identity.

via The Debrief|

#ancient-language #archaeological-discovery #archaeology

archaeology1 year ago•2 min saved

Ancient Aztec Fire God Mask: A Conquistador's Treasure

A 600-year-old turquoise-encrusted wooden mask, possibly representing the Aztec fire god Xiuhtecuhtli, is on display at the British Museum. Likely taken by Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés, the mask features intricate decorations and was possibly used in Aztec rituals. Its exact representation remains uncertain, as it might also depict the god Nanahuatzin.

via Livescience.com|

#archaeology #aztec #british-museum