The tomb dating back more than 2,000 years was unearthed in the city of Akhmim and is believed to have belonged to a senior official.
"It's one of the most exciting discoveries ever in the area," said Mostafa Waziri, secretary-general of the Supreme Council of Antiquities which sits within the ministry.
Egypt's tourism industry has been struggling in recent years and the antiquities ministry said Friday's presentation was intended to"draw the world's attention to the civilisation and antiquities of Egypt".
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