China's Sanxingdui Finds Reveal Meteorite Axe Crafting Secrets

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•The axe was crafted using metal sourced from a meteorite.
•Sanxingdui is an archaeological site in Sichuan province known for Bronze Age artifacts.
•The new findings include metallurgical analysis revealing advanced ancient techniques.
•The axe likely held ceremonial or symbolic importance linked to celestial beliefs.

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▸Chinese archaeologists conduct further excavations at Sanxingdui additional artifacts may be found that deepen understanding of ancient Chinese metallurgy and culture, benefiting historians and scholars worldwide

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REGIONALSouth China Morning Post - TopCelestial craftsmanship: discoveries from China Sanxingdui uveil secrets of meteorite axe

Archaeologists at China's Sanxingdui site have uncovered new details about an ancient axe made from meteorite material. These findings shed light on early Chinese metalworking techniques and the cultural significance of celestial objects. The discoveries provide valuable insights into the technological and ritual practices of the Sanxingdui civilization.