The tomb shapes and burial objects of Shichengzi Tomb in Qitai County,Xinjiang,have the characteristics of early Xianbei,especially pottery,copper bracelets,etc.,which are typical Xianbei artifacts.Referring to dating data,the burial age was from the late Eastern Han Dynasty to the Wei and Jin Dynasties,and the tomb owner belonged to Tanshi Huai Xianbei tribe.This is the westernmost early Xianbei tomb discovered so far,which is of great significance for exploring the distribution of Xianbei and Wusun.The burial period is later than the city site,and the tomb owner has no relationship with the city.
Shichengzi in Qitai CountyEastern Han to Wei-Jin DynastiesXianbei tribe of Tan Shihuai