Why is it that Tutankhamun is wearing a golden mask?

Answer 1

because he died at 18 , he started ruling at age 9, and that he brought back all the original gods after his father had people worship only 1.

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it's mad cool. If i die, if i can afford it..i'd totally get one too

Answer 2

It's significant in that it is the only one of its kind that has not fallen victim to Egyptian grave robbers and that has survived for us to admire.

Answer 3

Not only does it have historical value, but it gives historians information about Tut, and his time. It is also gold and that alone makes it invaluable.