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ANCIENT EGYPT: PAPYRUS MAP. The gold mines of Seti I and Rameses II east of Coptos
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ANCIENT EGYPT: PAPYRUS MAP. The gold mines of Seti I and Rameses II east of Coptos
ANCIENT EGYPT: PAPYRUS MAP.
The gold mines of Seti I and Rameses II east of Coptos depicted on a papyrus of the 19th Dynasty, called the Turin Papyrus
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19th Dynasty African Bronze Age Empire Gold Goldmine Iron Age Mine North African Ramses Ii Seti I
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This print showcases an invaluable piece of history - the Ancient Egyptian Papyrus Map. Dating back to 1300 BC, during the 19th Dynasty, this remarkable artifact offers a glimpse into the empire's wealth and prosperity. The focus of this map is on the gold mines located east of Coptos, which were under the reigns of two powerful pharaohs: Seti I and Rameses II. The intricate drawing on this papyrus depicts a detailed representation of the region, highlighting not only the river that flows through it but also marking out specific locations where these precious gold mines were situated. This visual documentation provides us with valuable insights into how mining operations were conducted during that era. As we delve deeper into this image, we are transported to an era long gone yet still fascinatingly relevant today. The African continent has always been rich in resources, and ancient civilizations like Egypt thrived due to their ability to harness them effectively. Let us appreciate this photograph for its historical significance rather than any commercial use it may have had. It serves as a reminder of our ancestors' ingenuity and resourcefulness while reminding us that there is much more beneath the surface waiting to be discovered about our collective past.
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