Urartu was an Iron Age kingdom situated between Asia Minor, Mesopotamia, and the Caucasus mountains, in what was later to be known as the Armenian Highlands The kingdom was centred around Lake Van and corresponds to the biblical Kingdom of Ararat. Urartu refers predominantly to the region, whilst the term “kingdom of Urartu” is used for the Iron Age state that developed in that region. The word Urartu signifies high place which may refer to where the culture was situated among the mountains. The Urartu language is known to us from cuneiform inscriptions and was similar to the language spoken by the Hurrians.
Urartu Silver Pin with Bird
£ 175.00
A fine Urartu small, silver pin terminating with a bird. The stylised bird is presented with a large eye, beak, wing and a large tail feather. The imagery is repeated on the reverse. The pin is slightly misshapen due to age. The pin has been mounted on a custom-made stand but is removable.
Condition: Fine condition. The measurements of the pin itself; 6.8cm high, 1.3cm wide.
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| Weight | 20.6 g |
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| Dimensions | W 4.3 x H 7.2 cm |
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