Archaeology

Objects discovered through archaeological excavations and research

Stone Sculpture (Balbal Stone)

The stone statue (balbal) was accidentally discovered at the historical site “Aktobe Burial Ground,” located within the city of Shardara.

The vessel has a pear-shaped body with an elongated neck. The upper part is fashioned in the form of a

The sculpture depicts a woman in motion. Her left arm is bent at the elbow and raised to her head.

A fragment of large ceramic ware, found in the archaeological excavations of the Utyrly settlement (9th-12th centuries), is part of

This collection includes unprocessed chips, found at the Akorpa site, with no signs of reworking, correction or grinding. Each chip

Clay jug (krynka) – made of clay. The clay jug is used for storing liquid and granular substances. Its shape

Fragment of heavily corroded chainmail armor. It forms a dense mass made up of thin interlinked rings tightly entangled with

The plate is made of clay, painted with brown and yellow pigments, and decorated with a vegetal ornament. It was

The bowls are made of bronze. They are round in shape with slightly flattened bases, providing stability. The rims are

Clay khum (storage vessel). Found intact, with decorative patterns on the surface. Well-fired and of high quality. Rim diameter is