Treasure of El Carambolo, Ancient gold treasure at Archaeological Museum of Seville, Spain.
The Treasure of El Carambolo is a collection of 21 gold pieces dating from the 8th-6th centuries BCE, now housed at the Archaeological Museum of Seville. The objects include bracelets, pectorals, pendants, and a necklace with bells, all crafted from high-karat gold.
Workers uncovered the treasure in September 1958 during construction work on El Carambolo hill near Seville. The find dates to a period when the region experienced strong influence from Eastern cultures.
The pieces show a blend of local Tartessian and Phoenician styles, visible in their decorative patterns and shapes. The objects reveal connections to ritual practices influenced by Eastern religious traditions.
The collection is displayed in a dedicated room at the Archaeological Museum of Seville, located at Plaza America on the southern end of Maria Luisa Park. Visitors can reach and view the intricate details of these pieces from this centrally positioned venue.
Scientific research from 2018 revealed that the gold came from mines located just a few kilometers from where it was discovered. This finding suggests the objects were crafted by local artisans rather than acquired through distant trade.
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