King Tutankhaten had 4 coffins. They were all made of wood, which was then heavily decorated on the outside with both paint and gold leaf. One of Tut's coffins was made partly of gold. That was the coffin that they put Tut in when he died. The head of that coffin was made of pure gold decorated with stones and colored glass.
As many as their hearts desired. Remember... Pharaoh's made the rules.
by ethan martinson
The Egyptians.
The coffins of Tutankhamun are invaluable for understanding ancient Egyptian burial practices, artistry, and beliefs about the afterlife. Made of intricate materials and adorned with detailed hieroglyphics, they provide insight into the craftsmanship and religious symbolism of the period. Additionally, their preservation offers a glimpse into the wealth and status of the young pharaoh, highlighting the significance of his reign in the 18th Dynasty. Overall, these coffins enhance our knowledge of ancient Egyptian culture and history.
Caskets are generally made of two types of material, wood and metal.
King Tutankhamun had three different coffins to provide layered protection for his body in the afterlife. Each coffin was made of different materials: the outermost was wooden, the middle was made of gilded wood, and the innermost was a solid gold coffin. This elaborate arrangement reflected the ancient Egyptian belief in the importance of safeguarding the deceased against decay and ensuring safe passage to the afterlife. The use of multiple coffins also showcased the wealth and status of the young pharaoh.
In many depictions he is shown holding a crook and flail, ancient symbols of the pharaoh's power to both protect and punish.
Coffins can be made of various materials. In the US, most coffins are made of metal (mainly of steel). Currently about a quarter of the caskets is made of wood (softwood or hardwood) or of wood products (particle boards etc.). A very small percentage is made of other materials like fiberglass or cardboard.
Pharaohs' coffins are typically found in tombs within ancient Egyptian pyramids or burial sites such as the Valley of the Kings. These coffins are usually ornately decorated and inscribed with hieroglyphics and are considered highly valuable artifacts by archaeologists and historians.
It depends on the status of the person in life, but royals, such as pharaohs and queens would have sarcophagus (Egyptian coffins) made of valuable minerals like gold and various types of marbles. It was not uncommon for royals to have coffins en crested with jewels.
They put the mummified dead into a coffin made of wood (sometimes into several coffins), which were richly decorated, and the coffin (or coffins) was put into a sarcophagus which was made of stone.