The Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, in collaboration with the Egyptian-French archaeological mission of the Franco-Egyptian Center for the Study of the Karnak Temples (CFEETK), has announced an important discovery in the northwestern sector of the Karnak temples. It consists of a collection of jewelry and amulets made of gold and precious stones, dating back to the early 26th Dynasty (664–525 B.C.), one of the key periods of Late Egypt.
The discovery took place during excavations carried out by the archaeological mission in the northern area of the Karnak complex, one of the most important religious sites of ancient Egypt. The archaeologists found a small broken ceramic container, but complete in all its parts, which held a set of jewelry pieces in excellent condition.
Among the recovered objects are several gold rings and others made of precious metals, small statuettes, and gilded amulets, including a rare triptych of the Theban triad consisting of the deities Amun, Mut, and Khonsu. Metal brooches and amulets depicting gods in animal forms were also found, along with a large number of decorative beads, some of them coated in gold.
The Egyptian Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Mr. Sherif Fathy, emphasized the significance of this discovery and praised the cooperation between Egypt and France in the field of archaeology. He also highlighted that this excavation is part of a broader project aimed at enhancing the tourist experience in Karnak, one of the most visited temple complexes in the country.
As part of this development plan, tourist routes have been modernized, a new lighting system has been installed, and the sanctuary of Amenhotep I has been restored and reinstalled in the site’s open-air museum. All these initiatives seek not only to preserve the historical heritage but also to make the Karnak complex an even more attractive destination for both domestic and international visitors.
For his part, the Secretary-General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, Dr. Mohamed Ismail Khaled, noted that this finding contributes to expanding knowledge about the temple and its evolution throughout the first millennium B.C. He stated that the recovered objects will allow researchers to gain a clearer understanding of religious life and the use of amulets and jewelry in Egyptian society during the 26th Dynasty.
The archaeological team, led by Dr. Abdel Ghaffar Wagdy, Director General of Luxor Antiquities and head of the mission on Egypt’s behalf, has begun the restoration and documentation work on the discovered pieces. It is expected that once this process is completed, the objects will be exhibited at the Luxor Museum, where visitors will be able to appreciate their historical and artistic value.
From the French side, the mission’s director, Dr. Jérémie Hourdin, explained that work in the northern area of Karnak has revealed large mudbrick structures that were probably used as storage facilities or workshops related to temple activities. According to experts, these constructions also date back to the 26th Dynasty and provide valuable clues about the organization and functioning of the complex at that time.
The Karnak temples continue to be an inexhaustible source of archaeological discoveries. Their vast expanse and rich history have made this site a key reference point for global Egyptology. Each new finding, such as this collection of jewelry and amulets, allows for a more precise reconstruction of the splendor of ancient Egypt and a better understanding of its religious and cultural practices.
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