Photos: 'Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs' exhibit opens in Sydney

182 artefacts include sarcophagi, animal mummies, jewellery, royal masks, golden treasures

Published: November 16, 2023 14:40 Compiled by Nathaniel Lacsina, Senior Web Editor

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Mostafa Waziry, Egypt’s Secretary General of the Supreme Council of Antiquities, speaks to members of the media as he stands next to the sarcophagus of Ramses II, during an official tour of the exhibition titled "Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs", at the Australian Museum in Sydney Image Credit: AFP

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Mostafa Waziry speaks to members of the media as he stands next to the sarcophagus of Ramses II. Image Credit: AFP

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A guest looks at a colossus statue depicting Ramses II. | The exhibition features a collection of 182 artefacts including sarcophagi, animal mummies, jewellery, royal masks, amulets, and golden treasures showcasing the workmanship of Egyptian artisans. Image Credit: AFP

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A limestone colossus depicting Ramses II. Image Credit: AFP

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Guests look at animal mummies during an official tour of the exhibition titled "Ramses & the Gold of the Pharaohs", at the Australian Museum in Sydney. Image Credit: AFP

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A guest looks at a gold-plated wooden mask. Image Credit: AFP

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Guests look at animal mummies, including a mummified lion cub (C). Image Credit: AFP

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Guests walk past a coffin lid. Image Credit: AFP

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Guests look at a coffin and lid on a wooden sled. Image Credit: AFP

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