Discovered in near-perfect condition after more than 2,000 years, the Sword of Goujian is one of the most mysterious and awe-inspiring ancient artifacts ever found. Despite centuries underground ...

Among them is the Sword of Goujian, which was named after its master king of the State of Yue from the Spring and Autumn Period (770 B.C.-476 B.C.).

"Most museums taking part would like to select their best-known items, such as Hubei Museum did with the Sword of Goujian, and how the Shanghai museum showed us the Dake ding," said Tang Hao.

Actor Duan Yihong delivers a monologue as the Spirit of the Sword of Goujian in the show National Treasure and Every Treasure Tells a Story. [Photo provided to China Daily] ...

He did so in 1965, when the Sword of Goujian, an archaeological artifact of the Spring and Autumn period (771-403 BC), was found, intact, with an almost untarnished blade.

Discover the incredible story of the Sword of Goujian, an ancient Chinese blade shrouded in mystery. Over 2,000 years old, this sword remains astonishingly sharp and untarnished, defying the ...