[BradyLS]

The rare gold object, which was richly decorated with serpentine animals, was probably an offering to the gods at a time of famine and societal turmoil, researchers

I’d sooner believe it was hidden there so he wouldn’t be robbed of it.

[fidelis]

I’d sooner believe it was hidden there so he wouldn’t be robbed of it.

Same here. Lacking further direct evidence it was placed there as a sacrifice, it appears to be speculation by scholars to enhance interest in the find. The simplest explanation is always the best explanation; no need to make things up.

[fidelis]

I’d sooner believe it was hidden there so he wouldn’t be robbed of it.

Same here. Lacking further direct evidence it was placed there as a sacrifice, it appears to be speculation by scholars to enhance interest in the find. The simplest explanation is always the best explanation; no need to make things up.

[Inyo-Mono]

I’d sooner believe it was hidden there so he wouldn’t be robbed of it.

It doesn't seem to matter where or what the find may be, archeologists often attribute a religious significance to the object.