Progress made in third excavation of Qin Terracotta Pit No. One

The relic floor of the Qin Terracotta Pit No. One has been cleared in its third excavation. The third excavation unearthed 114 Terracotta Warriors, including a large number of painted pottery figurines.

Archaeologists were surprised that the figurines were painted differently from individual to individual, and even their hair was dyed in different colors.

During the third excavation, archaeologists found several Terracotta Warriors located in corridors and ventilation holes, which suffered fire damage. The temperature is higher there than other places, and some of the pottery was even seriously damaged. Furthermore, archaeologists were able to confirm that the Qin Terracotta Warriors and horses were indeed damaged by man-made fires.

A large number of relics were unearthed during the third excavation including architectural structures, weapons, vehicles and accessories such as drums, painted wooden rings and horse pegs.

In addition, archaeologists also found a box in excellent condition for the first time, however, its use and purpose remains a mystery.

By People's Daily Online