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Mummies, embalming equipment discovered in Egyptian pyramid

Amulets, gemstones and precious metal objects were found

(Ahram) The Ministry of Antiquities is set to announce the discovery of a number of mummies and embalming equipment at the Saqqara necropolis on Saturday.

The ministry told Ahram Online that the discovery includes a collection of inscribed mummification vessel measuring cups.

communal burial shaft was also discovered where a large number of mummies were buried.

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