Exploring and studying ancient tombs are of great interest to archaeologists. For tomb robbers, however, these ancient graves are a means to wealth, as they search for valuable artifacts.
But when a tomb contains burial eggs, it becomes a source of fear and hesitation for these intruders. Why is that?
**Do eggs indicate the presence of treasure?**
Chicken and duck eggs are common foods today, but in ancient times, eggs were a luxurious and nutritious treat. Only the wealthy could afford to consume eggs regularly. Thus, the presence of eggs in ancient tombs suggests that the person buried there might have been from a rich lineage. It is likely that along with the eggs, the tomb would also contain other valuable artifacts and jewels. So, the sight of burial eggs hints at a potential treasure trove of gold, silver, and precious relics.
Burial eggs indicate the tomb of a wealthy person. Illustration
**The threat of burial eggs to archaeologists and tomb robbers**
Burial eggs are usually carefully wrapped and placed in jars before being buried with the deceased. In ancient tombs, one might find not just one or two eggs but a significant number of them. These eggs are sealed within a large jar, and their contents can easily change if the eggs are accidentally broken. If the eggs break, the ancient artifacts could be destroyed by the chemical reaction of the decaying eggs. The smell of rotten eggs would be unbearable, especially in a small, enclosed space. While the chemicals released from rotten eggs are not deadly, they can be extremely damaging to ancient artifacts.
Archaeological work is already a challenging and complex process, requiring significant time and effort to protect cultural relics after excavation, transportation, and restoration. If eggs break during this process, it could undo all the hard work and result in the loss of valuable artifacts.
One wrong move and the artifacts could be ruined. Illustration
For tomb robbers, this would be a devastating outcome. Archaeologists have discovered carefully wrapped eggs in jars within ancient tombs, indicating the potential for a treasure trove. However, if the eggs are accidentally broken, all their efforts could be for naught. Therefore, when archaeologists find eggs in ancient tombs, they must exercise extreme caution. They cannot touch the eggs casually and must take extra care when moving them to avoid damaging the precious artifacts within the tomb.
Lazy Emperor Reigns for 28 Years Without Stepping Foot in Court: 400 Years Later, the Truth Behind His Buried Legacy is Finally Unveiled
In the history of feudal China, there was an Emperor known as the laziest, who did not hold court for 28 years, yet society remained peaceful and the people’s lives were prosperous and happy. It was only 400 years later that the truth was revealed.
Remember the words of the elders at the end of the year “If you’re poor, don’t fix your house. If you’re rich, don’t move your grave”, don’t make mistakes and lose luck for three generations.
The end of the year is a time when many families think about renovating their homes and reevaluating their family’s legacy, but before making any decisions, it’s important to remember the words of our ancestors.
