The Golden Griffin from Arjan

In 2003, I had the opportunity to view and catalogue the collection of artifacts found inside the Arjan tomb. This intact burial is one of the most noteworthy discoveries made in recent archaeological investigations. It is a testament to the resolve of many individuals that this material is currentl...

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Published inElam and Persia p. 299
Main Author Javier Álvarez-Mon
Format Book Chapter
LanguageEnglish
Published United States Penn State University Press 21.07.2011
Pennsylvania State University Press
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Ancient history: to c 500 CE
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Summary:In 2003, I had the opportunity to view and catalogue the collection of artifacts found inside the Arjan tomb. This intact burial is one of the most noteworthy discoveries made in recent archaeological investigations. It is a testament to the resolve of many individuals that this material is currently safely preserved in the National Museum of Iran; indeed, this article could never have existed without their keen involvement and the additional assistance of friends and colleagues.¹ In the following pages, I propose to examine one of the most remarkable objects found inside the Arjan tomb. The study of the Arjan
ISBN:9781575061665
157506166X
DOI:10.5325/j.ctv18r6qxh.16