Excavating a grave in the 19th century

The scientists initially identified the grave of compound with characteristics in the outer area of ​​the noble.

Excavation of ancient tombs from the 19th century by the noble grandfather

On November 18, Vietnam Archaeological Association in collaboration with Binh Dinh Department of Culture and Tourism completed the excavation of the ancient tomb in the vacant land between the residential area and the west road, the local people. called "Go Gun Chao" in An Thai village, Nhon Phuc commune, An Nhon town.

Unearth ancient tombs.(Photo: Phuong Thao).

The comedy couple was discovered in the coffin.(Photo: Phuong Thao).

Initially, the scientists identified the tomb dating back to the 19th century, in the form of a compound in the outside of the coffin (in wooden coffins, in addition to construction of lime, mortar, bile and plastic compounds). .). The remains are determined by his grandfather, accompanied by silk cloth, comedy .

"Based on the characteristics of the bones, it is likely that this is a Vietnamese in the wealthy class at that time," said an official involved in excavation.

Associate Prof. Dr. Nguyen Lan Cuong - General Secretary of Vietnam Archeology Society - said that the initial information is preliminary, the excavation team relies on grave relics, grave compounds to continue research. , make the final conclusion.

According to Mr. Cuong, there are 2 ancient tombs in An Thai with other compounds not far away, both of them are cleared. Local authorities are having mixed opinions about these two graves."In the near future, the locality needs to develop a specific plan to excavate 2 graves in accordance with the Heritage Law , " Cuong said.