Riches found in ancient Mayan tomb in Guatemala

The site of the discovery of the tomb in Archaeological National Park in Retalhuleu, Guatemala, undated handout photo

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26 October 2012 Last updated at 10:28 ET Help

Archaeologists in Guatemala say they have found one of the oldest Mayan tombs ever uncovered.

The tomb, believed to belong to a ruler who lived more than 2,000 years ago, contained a rich array of jade jewels.

Tom Bayly reports.

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