Archaeology of Igbo-Ukwu, Archaeological complex in Anambra State, Nigeria
Three excavation sites named Igbo Isaiah, Igbo Richard, and Igbo Jonah contain bronze artifacts, pottery remains, and ceremonial objects from medieval times.
Excavations between 1959 and 1964 by Thurstan Shaw revealed over 700 copper and bronze artifacts, along with 165,000 glass and stone beads.
The site demonstrates advanced metalworking techniques through intricate bronze vessels, pendants, crowns, breastplates, and ceremonial objects from the 9th century.
The archaeological area sits 366 meters above sea level and requires official permission from Nigerian authorities for research or excavation activities.
Scientific analysis confirmed that craftspeople used local metals and the lost-wax casting method to create bronze works that surpassed European technical abilities of that period.
Location: Anambra State
GPS coordinates: 6.01667,7.01667
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:52
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