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The Gold of Marib
Sheba's seat ยท Marib, Yemen
UnsolvedThe prize. The wealth of the Queen of Sheba
Where. Marib, Yemen
Status. Unsolved
Where. Marib, Yemen
Status. Unsolved
The account
Marib was the capital of ancient Saba, a kingdom of frankincense and gold claimed as the Queen of Sheba's. Its riches lie largely buried.
Leads, where the trail points now
- Pin down the most specific last-known position in the record before going; the legend centers on Marib, Yemen.
- What you are chasing is The wealth of the Queen of Sheba. Work the documented record of The Gold of Marib back to primary sources and separate what is attested from folklore before you commit time or money.
- Confirm who owns and governs Marib, Yemen and get written permission before any search; treat protected or archaeological ground as off limits.
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