Ancient China: Facts, news, features and articles about the most powerful ancient civilizations in the world
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Photos: Rare Ancient Banknote Dates Back to China's Ming DynastyA rare banknote that dates back to China's Ming Dynasty was found inside an antique wooden sculpture.
By Tom Metcalfe Published
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Stashed Cash: Rare Ming Dynasty Banknote Found Inside Chinese SculptureArt experts in Australia have found a rare paper banknote from the Ming Dynasty of Imperial China hidden inside an antique wooden sculpture that was being prepared for auction.
By Tom Metcalfe Published
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2,500-Year-Old Burial Hints at Ancient Cannabis UseAbout 2,500 years ago, mourners buried a man in an elaborate grave, and covered his chest with a shroud made of 13 Cannabis plants, according to a new study.
By Laura Geggel Published
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Ancient Chinese Tomb Reveals Vivid Murals & Poetry (Photos)A 1,000-year-old tomb covered with murals has been discovered in Datong City, in northern China, archaeologists say.
By Owen Jarus Published
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Secrets of Chinese Terra-Cotta Warrior Weapons RevealedWeapons found among China's terra-cotta warriors were made by cells of craftspeople working with identical molds, new research suggests.
By Tia Ghose Published
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Guan Yu Biography: Revered Chinese WarriorGuan Yu was a Chinese military general whose martial prowess was so great that, after his death, he was deified as a god.
By Owen Jarus Published
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Terracotta Warriors Inspired by Ancient Greek ArtBy Owen Jarus Published
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Smuggled Chinese Artifacts Lead to ChargesA Florida art dealer is facing heavy fines and possible prison time in connection with an ancient artifact smuggling case.
By Megan Gannon Published
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China's Forbidden City Built with Giant 'Sliding Stones'By Charles Q. Choi Published
