It is a storage container for internal organs in ancient egyptian times.Internal organs were removed and placed in four container called "Canopic Jars" during the mummification process. "canopic" comes from the Greek name "Canopus" a greek god.There are 4 canopic jars for the liver, the intestines, the lungs and the stomach.Each canopic jar is represented by a carved head- depicting the Four Sons of Horus.The heart was considered sacred and left inside the mummies to continue the journey into after life. Ancient Egyptians mainly believed life After death. Ancient Egyptian Canopic jars have been in use since the old Kingdom and lasted up until the very last era of the Egyptians.
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