Ancient Mystery: 1,700-Year-Old Skeleton with Jade Tooth Discovered in Teotihuacan
Archaeologists in Teotihuacan have uncovered a 1,700-year-old skeleton with a rare feature—one of its teeth is made from precious jade.
The Mayans were known for using jade in valuable artifacts, but this discovery suggests they also practiced advanced dental modifications. The jade tooth was attached using an ancient cement or fiber adhesive, making it one of the oldest known examples of Mayan dental work.
Carbon dating places the skeleton between 350 and 450 AD, and it is now displayed at the Artifact Museum, offering a glimpse into Mayan innovation.
