Grave goods

Grave goods are items buried with a person after death, intended to accompany or honor them in the afterlife. These objects can include tools, jewelry, weapons, or personal belongings, reflecting the individual's social status, profession, or personal identity. Archaeologists study grave goods to learn about past cultures, their beliefs, and daily life, as well as to understand the significance of burial practices across different societies. The presence and types of grave goods often reveal cultural values, spiritual beliefs, and historical insights about the civilization to which the deceased belonged.