Carnelian beads from Sanxingdui suggest extensive commercial network during Bronze Age episode artwork

EPISODE · Jun 2, 2026 · 4 MIN

Carnelian beads from Sanxingdui suggest extensive commercial network during Bronze Age

from Headline News

The carnelian beads unearthed at the Sanxingdui sacrificial pits, together with other valuable sacrificial objects, indicated that the elite class of the ancient Shu Kingdom was able to obtain high-value items from faraway regions.

The carnelian beads unearthed at the Sanxingdui sacrificial pits, together with other valuable sacrificial objects, indicated that the elite class of the ancient Shu Kingdom was able to obtain high-value items from faraway regions.

NOW PLAYING

Carnelian beads from Sanxingdui suggest extensive commercial network during Bronze Age

0:00 4:45

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Headline News?

This episode is 4 minutes long.

When was this Headline News episode published?

This episode was published on June 2, 2026.

What is this episode about?

The carnelian beads unearthed at the Sanxingdui sacrificial pits, together with other valuable sacrificial objects, indicated that the elite class of the ancient Shu Kingdom was able to obtain high-value items from faraway regions.

Can I download this Headline News episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!