A collection of 2,400-year-old ceramic puppets found atop a Salvadorian pyramid are forcing archaeologists to rethink the country’s historical connection with its Central American neighbors. Three of the figures were made of fine clay and had adjustable heads with holes in them that may have been controlled using a string,

Archaeologists have made a remarkable discovery atop a pyramid in San Isidro, El Salvador—a set of 2,400-year-old ceramic puppets. According to the research team, these mysterious and expressive puppets may have played a role in ancient public rituals.