Mask of Pakal the Great Found

A life-sized mask from the Palenque Palace in Mexico, has been unearthed by archaeologists. It’s believed to represent King K’inich Janaab’ Pakal. Pakal the Great reigned for 68 years, beginning at the age of 12 in the year 615. The mask may have been architectural decoration, and represents the king in his old age.

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