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Did The Pyramids Have Gold Tops?

famoustrip From Portugal

Originally, the pyramids were encased in slabs of highly polished white limestone. When the sun struck them, they lit up and shimmered. Some researchers believe that the pyramids' capstones were plated in gold as well.

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