Community Plans Merit-Making Ceremony for Ancient Skeletal Remains Unearthed in Field, Found Wearing Gold Bracelet
A 1,500-2,000-year-old skeleton adorned with a gold bracelet and six bronze drums were unearthed in a Phetchaburi rice field, prompting the community to organize a merit-making ceremony for the ancient remains.
The landowner and local residents are preparing to hold a merit-making ceremony dedicated to ancient skeletal remains and artifacts discovered in a rice field in Moo 6, Ban Don Plab, Samo Phloem subdistrict, Ban Lad district, Phetchaburi province. On May 1, 2569, a gold bracelet was found attached to the wrist of a human skeleton estimated to be 1,500-2,000 years old, from the pre-historic through Dvaravati cultural periods. Six ancient bronze drums have been discovered buried underground in the same location.
Landowner Jen Phechasud revealed that the excavation site was previously used for rice farming. The discovery began when an outsider used a metal detector to scan the area and uncovered ancient artifacts. The items were then examined by a Phetchaburi Rajabhat University professor, who confirmed they were ancient Mohara drums, leading to ongoing excavations that eventually revealed ancient gold ornaments and skeletal remains. The landowner expressed happiness about the discovery but said future actions would require consultation with authorities.
Village leader Narongchai Sukprasong noted that this discovery is exceptionally valuable, as no previous findings of this magnitude had been reported by locals. Local folklore mentions "Donyai Thong" (Golden Grandmother), suggesting the area's name may relate to historical treasure. The landowner, residents, and village officials plan to hold a merit-making ceremony dedicated to the remains, scheduled for May 7.
