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Jennifer Nalewicki

King Tut's likeness revealed in vivid new facial approximation of ancient Egyptian pharaoh

A side-by-side view of a facial approximation of King Tut.

The pharaoh Tutankhamun, also known as King Tut, is arguably the best-known ruler in ancient Egyptian history. And while much has been written about the royal youth, who held the throne from about the age of 9 until his death a decade later around 1323 B.C., his actual appearance is still a matter of debate. 

But now, a new facial approximation provides a glimpse of what the historical figure may have looked like, revealing new insight into some of the former king's more peculiar facial characteristics.

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