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September 5, 2025

Early Classic Mortuary Patterns and Royal Authority at Buenavista Del Cayo

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JYJason YaegerBCBernadette CapMBM. Kathryn Brown

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Overview

This analysis synthesizes burials in Structure 3 at Buenavista, revealing royal authority linked to Chahk and ritual significance.

Key Points

  • The study uncovers early classic burials, indicating hierarchical structures and ritual practices related to royal authority.
  • Spondylus shell valves found in the burials underline the rain deity Chahk's importance in royal funerary customs.
  • The construction sequence of Structure 3 reveals distinct phases that coincide with high-status burials and ritual activities.
  • This research highlights significant connections between monumental architecture and elite burial practices in ancient Maya society.

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Yaeger et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68bb3ee82b87ece8dc9571fchttps://doi.org/10.62064/rrba.19.16
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