Canopic jars were used by the ancient Egyptians during the mummification process to store the and preserve the viscera of their owner for the afterlife. They were either carved from limestone or made from pottery.


Canopic jars were used by the ancient Egyptians during the mummification process to store the and preserve the viscera of their owner for the afterlife. They were either carved from limestone or made from pottery.


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