Archaeologists discovered five women’s tombs and one men’s tomb containing jewels of great value. Among them are crowns, necklaces, rings, earrings and necklaces studded with jade and emeralds. These pieces of jewelry demonstrate the sophistication and talent of the jewelers of the time.
Bactrian gold shows the prosperity of the ancient Central Asian civilization. It also reflects Buddhist influence on contemporary art, with images of Buddha and Bodhisattva appearing on many objects. These are the first evidence of the introduction of Buddhism to Central Asia, which marked the birth of the world’s first Buddhist kingdom.
The Bactrian Gold Hoard is now preserved in the National Museum of Afghanistan and is the pride and priceless asset of this country. You will always witness the power and prosperity of ancient culture.