ARCHAEOLOGISTS UNEARTH BRONZE HAUL

[ 18 October 2005 ]

Chinese archaeologists have discovered a series of complex tombs in eastern China and unearthed a haul of bronze mirrors, porcelains and ancient money, Associated Press reports. The tombs near the port city of Ningbo were uncovered by a forklift operator working at a construction site.

"Figures embodying fish, beasts, dragons, phoenixes and money can be seen in the wall of the grave. They are incredibly refined and clear-cut." said Ding Youfu, who is leading the archaeological team.

Archaeologists plan to excavate an area of 50,000 square feet around the main tomb and expect to find at least five other tombs, AP reports.