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Egypt Says Archeologists Uncover 20 Ancient Coffins in Luxor

Associated Press

   CAIRO - Egypt's Antiquities Ministry says archeologists have uncovered
   at least 20 ancient wooden coffins in the southern city of Luxor.

   A brief statement from the ministry says Tuesday says archeologists
   found the coffins in the Asasif Necropolis.

   The necropolis, located in the ancient town of West Thebes, includes
   tombs dating back to the Middle, New Kingdom and the Late Periods (1994
   B.C. to 332 B.C.).
   

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