Daily wage labourers in Kerala's Kannur district made an astonishing discovery while digging a one-meter-deep pit to collect rainwater. They unearthed a treasure trove that included 17 pearl beads, 13 gold lockets, four medallions likely from a cashew necklace, five ancient rings, a set of earrings, and numerous silver coins.
Initially mistaking the find for a potential landmine, the workers promptly alerted the police. Sub Inspector MV Sheeju's team took possession of the valuable items and presented them in court on Friday. The court subsequently directed the Department of Archaeology to examine the artifacts to determine their age and historical significance.
Preliminary assessments suggest that the unearthed items are of considerable antiquity, prompting ongoing investigations to uncover more details about their origins and historical context.
This discovery echoes another significant find earlier this year in Gujarat's Kutch district, where villagers discovered remnants of an ancient fortified settlement dating back to the Harappan era. Located near the famed Dholavira World Heritage Site, this find has drawn attention from archaeologists and locals alike for its resemblance to the ancient Harappan civilization.
