September 15, 2017

Maya Ruler’s Tomb Uncovered at the Site of Waka in Guatemala

A Maya ruler’s tomb has been uncovered at the site of Waka in Guatemala. It is dated to 300-350 CE. This is the 7th tomb found at the site, and the oldest. A remarkable jade mask was found in the tomb representing the Maize God. There were also ceramics, jade ornaments, and a shell carved as a crocodile. Most are painted red. The tomb was re-entered after 600 CE, when the objects were probably painted. 

PhysOrg has the story here with good photos:https://www.google.com/amp/s/phys.org/news/2017-09-tomb-early-classic-maya-ruler.amp

Mike Ruggeri’s Maya World

http://michaelruggeri.com/Mike_Ruggeris_Maya_World/MIKE_RUGGERIS_MAYA_WORLD/MIKE_RUGGERIS_MAYA_WORLD.html