IN BRIEF: Pharaoh's treasure found

From: The Independent - London | Date: January 19, 1996 | Copyright information

Cairo - A treasure dating back 3,900 years has been discovered at the foot of the pyramid of the 12th dynasty pharaoh Sesostris III (1878-1843BC) near Cairo. The cache, including amethyst scarabs, golden lion heads and 250 gold balls, pr...

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