The Standard of Ur (Objects in Focus)

The Standard of Ur (Objects in Focus)

by SarahCollins (Author)

Synopsis

Ur, one of the world's first cities, was highly important politically and economically around 2600 - 2500 BC when the Sumerian rulers of the city were buried in tombs filled with ornate, valuable objects and with evidence of elaborate rituals and human sacrifice. This is the story of discovery and significance of this splendid object.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 64
Edition: 1
Publisher: British Museum Press
Published: 02 Feb 2015

ISBN 10: 0714151130
ISBN 13: 9780714151137