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Peruvian archaeologists uncover ceramic vessels from Chancay culture in Lima Archaeologists from the Ministry of Culture of Peru have uncovered a collection of ten pre-Hispanic ceramic vessels from the Chancay culture in the Chancay district of Lima. This finding follows reports of illegal excavations, a pervasive issue in the region known as “Huaqueo,” where archaeological sites are exploited for artifacts to be sold on the black market. The discovery was made at the Lauri Archaeological Site, situated in Chancay, a region historically associated with the Chancay culture during the Late Intermediate Period from 1100 CE to 1450 CE. The ceramic vessels, which include jars, pots, and plates, exhibit the craftsmanship of ancient artisans...