Archaeologists Unearth Ancient Tomb of Chinese Emperor and 7 Nobles Full of Riches

In 74 BC the royal Han Dynasty clan of ancient China dethroned the emperor after just 27 days because of his lack of talent and for intolerably indulging in pleasures. But when he died, insane, five years later that didn’t stop them from giving him a fantastic burial with grave goods that included gold and silver items, 10 tons of bronze coins, musical instruments, chariots, sacrificed horses among other thing. Archaeologists have now discovered the tomb and this week described the hoard of riches that have been excavated.

Researchers believe the main tomb of the Haihunhou cemetery near Nanchang in Jiangxi Province is of Liu He, the grandson of Emperor Wu, considered the foremost ruler of the Han Dynasty (206 BC to 25 AD). Liu He served as emperor in 74 BC for just 27 days until the royal clan dethroned him because he had loose morals and no talent. “Haihunhou” mean Marquis of Haihun, the title he was given after he was forced off the throne, says an article in ECNS.cn.