Gold Mask of Tutankhamun

The Gold Mask of Tutankhamun is a beautifully crafted funerary mask made of gold and precious stones, created for the burial of the Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamun who reigned around 1332–1323 BCE. It measures about 54 centimeters tall and is renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship, detailed artistry, and symbolic design—featuring a striped nemes headdress, a false beard, and inscriptions that emphasize royalty and divine power. The mask served as a guardian for the king's tomb in the afterlife, symbolizing his divine status and ensuring his safe journey into the next world. It is one of the most famous artifacts from ancient Egypt.