Fürstengrab von Helmsdorf

The Helmsdorf princely tomb stands 6.82 meters tall with a diameter between 33 and 34.5 meters, featuring a central wooden burial chamber encased in stone.

Built around 1840 BCE during the Unetice culture period, the tomb contained valuable artifacts including bronze daggers, tools, and gold jewelry before medieval looting.

The burial structure indicates social hierarchy in Central Germany, as the tomb's size and precious grave goods demonstrate the status of the buried individual.

The archaeological site sits between Augsdorf and Helmsdorf in the Mansfeld-Südharz district, with recovered artifacts now displayed at the Regional Historical Collections in Eisleben.

Researchers discovered evidence of violence on the skeletal remains, suggesting the buried person may have met a violent end.

GPS coordinates: 51.60195,11.58901

Latest update: March 3, 2025 19:34