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A glyph representing a day called “7 Deer” on mural fragments dating from the third century BC found inside the ruins of a pyramid in Guatemala marks the earliest-known use of the Maya calendar, one of this ancient culture’s renowned achievements.
Researchers working in Guatemala reported finding pieces from the earliest example of a Mayan calendar. They are believed to be at least 2200 years old.
A glyph representing "7 Deer" marks the earliest known use of the historical system—for now
The oldest evidence of the Maya calendar has been excavated at San Bartolo, Guatemala, found among fragments of painted murals.
New study announces discovery of a glyph on mural fragments found in Guatemala. They believe this is the earliest known use of the Maya calendar to have been unearthed to date.