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2,000-Year-Old Indian Trader Jewelry Unearthed
12 Jul
Summary
- Two 2,000-year-old gold rings were found with human bones.
- An inscription on one ring suggests a connection to Indian astronomy.
- Experts believe the jewelry belonged to an Iron Age Indian trader.
An extraordinary archaeological discovery has been made in western Thailand, where two 2,000-year-old gold rings were unearthed alongside human skeletal remains. The artifacts were found at the Don Yai Tong archaeological site, a location recently brought to light earlier this year. Excavations have yielded human skeletons, pottery, and both bronze and gold jewelry, typically indicating ceremonial burials for upper-class members of society.
Analysis of the gold rings revealed an inscription in the ancient Indian Brahmi script on one piece, identified as "pusarakhitasa," meaning "the one protected by Pushya." This zodiacal reference has led experts to suggest the jewelry's owner was likely a trader belonging to the Vaishya caste of India. The excavation is ongoing and is expected to continue for another month before the findings are made available for public viewing.
