Meteoritic iron dagger found in King Tutankhamun's tomb reveals ancient Egyptian innovation

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A dagger found in King Tutankhamun's tomb was made from meteoritic iron, confirming its extraterrestrial origin. Scientists analyzed the blade's high nickel content, matching that of space rocks, indicating ancient Egyptians utilized "sky iron" before mastering smelting. This discovery highlights early innovation and suggests a gradual transition to the Iron Age, with meteorites being a source of iron.


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