I inserted the candle and peered in, Lord Carnarvon, Lady Evelyn and Callender standing anxiously beside me to hear the verdict. At first I could see nothing, the hot air escaping from the chamber causing the candle flame to flicker, but presently, as my eyes grew accustomed to the light, details of the room within emerged slowly from the mist, strange animals, statues and gold - everywhere the glint of gold (...) Peering into Tuts tomb; CMC S97-10671; PCD 2001-272-044 When Lord Carnarvon, the English patron who financed Carters work, could no longer stand the suspense, he asked, Can you see anything? Carter replied, Yes, wonderful things. This famous quote sums up the excitement of this incredible discovery that took the world by storm. The awe-inspiring beauty of Tutankhamuns treasures has generated enormous interest in the history of Egypt. These treasures are the quintessential symbol of this remarkable civilization
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