Jade
The ancient Maya may have had sophisticated dentists
Tracing an ancient Māori jade trade route in New Zealand
How did the the Han dynasty bury their royals?
Everything we thought we knew about the Maya is being upended
Stunning jade mask found inside a Maya royal tomb
Where Greenstone Grows
Pictures: Mysterious Maya Tomb Explored for First Time
Pictures: Human Sacrifice Found in Maya City Sinkhole
Pictures: Blood-Red Pyramid Tomb Revealed by Tiny Camera
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