Inscribed Clay Tablet

One of the most significant finds from the excavation, this clay tablet bears early writing symbols predating the known Georgian script. The inscription appears to be an administrative or religious text, with repeated symbols suggesting a counting or inventory system. This discovery has profound implications for understanding the development of literacy in the South Caucasus […]

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Cuneiform-Inscribed Cylinder Seal

A rare cylinder seal bearing cuneiform inscription, indicating direct contact with Mesopotamian civilization. The seal depicts a worship scene with figures before a seated deity, typical of late 3rd millennium BCE Mesopotamian art. This find represents one of the earliest examples of cross-cultural exchange with ancient Near Eastern powers.

Stone Altar Fragment

A carved basalt altar fragment preserving part of a religious scene with offering table and possible divine imagery. The iconography suggests connections to regional cult practices centered on agricultural fertility and ancestor veneration. This discovery marks the first evidence of formal cult architecture at the site.

Bronze Fibula with Animal Motif

An elaborate bronze fibula (brooch) featuring a stylized animal head, likely representing a ram or bull. The pin demonstrates advanced metalworking including casting and cold-working techniques to achieve fine details. Such fibulae served both functional and decorative purposes, marking social identity and status.

Terracotta Figurine

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