S 9, Royal tomb complex near Abydos, Egypt
The S9 tomb features limestone blocks lining its substructures and contains a massive sarcophagus constructed from three blocks of quartzite sandstone.
Dating to the mid-13th Dynasty during the late Middle Kingdom, tomb S9 underwent extensive looting during the Second Intermediate Period and Roman times.
The tomb forms part of a royal necropolis located northeast of the causeway leading to the funerary complex of Senusret III.
Excavations revealed fragments of burned wood, pieces of inscribed gilded plaster from a mummy mask, and additional burial artifacts within the chamber.
The tomb includes an innovative quartzite portcullis system designed to prevent grave robbers from accessing the main burial chamber.
GPS coordinates: 26.17139,31.92500
Latest update: March 3, 2025 05:32
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