The Royal Canon of Turin

The Royal Canon of Turin is an ancient papyrus scroll that lists Egyptian kings and their reigns from the earliest times to the late New Kingdom period. It serves as a chronological record, helping scholars understand Egypt's dynastic history. The canon is valuable because it combines king names with estimated lengths of their rule, though some dates are debated. Discovered in the early 20th century in the Turin Museum's Egyptian Museum section, it provides crucial insight into ancient Egyptian chronology, making it an essential resource for Egyptologists studying historical timelines and royal succession.