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A list (with pictures) of all the ancient capstones that are known. Quite a few survived till the modern day.

Contrary to popular belief they don't appear to be gold but rather stone.

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_

@freemo According to the list, two were partially gold. There is also a risk of survivorship bias, as gold would be a target for thieves, looters etc.

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