What Were the Ancient Egyptians Using to Cut Granite? (History Drops)

What Were the Ancient Egyptians Using to Cut Granite? Today we examine ancient stone cutting techniques from ancient Egyptian artifacts, pointing out incredible cutting marks apparently made by huge circular saws, and core drills. Ben Van Kerkwyk questions if the tools used could actually produce this kind of work, referencing archeological attempts made by various academics, using the ancient copper saw technique with sand as a grinding agent . This discussion ties into broader questions within ancient history.



Comments at You Tube from experienced stone cutters agree with the observations being made here. A real mystery. How did they work the stone? ... seemingly not with the copper and bronze tools they reportedly used.

[Posted at the SpookyWeather2 blog, June 24, 2025.]