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Archaeology

Objects discovered through archaeological excavations and research

Cradle Spout (Shümek)

A shümek made of transparent light-green glass. It has the form of a long, narrow tube. The upper part is

Tubek

A tübek made of transparent light-green glass using the glassblowing technique. The vessel is cylindrical in form, with walls that

Ablution Ewer

Ablution ewer – an archaeological ceramic vessel used for pouring water during washing, handwashing, and ablution. It was formed from

Jug

A jug made of light-brown clay on a potter’s wheel and fired. It has an oval form with a convex

Jug

A jug made of yellow clay using the hand-building technique and firing. It has a rounded form, a convex body,

Two-handled jug

The jug is made of reddish-brown ceramic. The vessel has two handles and a rounded rim. It has a narrow

Hum (large clay vessel)

A khum is a large clay vessel intended for storing grain, water, and other liquid products. The vessel is brownish-red

Brick

A rectangular brick made of fired clay. It was used as a construction material. The surface is smooth, the clay

Copper Axe

A double-edged bronze axe, used as a tool or weapon. The object consists of two parts. The surface shows traces

Scythian Warrior’s Dagger

A dagger is a short-bladed weapon dating to the Saka period, specifically the 4th–3rd centuries BC. It is a double-edged

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