A Geometric period tomb was found in the western Greek island of Lesbos. The tomb, dating to the
late 8th century BC, was discovered
during sewerage works at the village of Ippeios. The tomb was found near
the village’s central area and at a depth of 1.50m.
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The Geometric Period burial unearthed on Lesbos
[Credit: Lesbos Ephorate of Antiquities] |
According to the Lesbos Ephorate of Antiquities, the tomb consists of a
unique and rare funerary ensemble; being the first tomb of this period
excavated, it is important for the study of the island’s early history
and archaeology. It is a cist grave, its built parts made of schist,
bearing the undisturbed burial of probably a young woman found in supine
position, dating to around 750-700 BC.
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Gold earrings found in the grave
[Credit: Lesbos Ephorate of Antiquities] |
The deceased was accompanied by five grey ware drinking vessels,
probably of a Lesbian workshop, such as a cup (miniature krater), a deep
and shallow bowl, two jugs, as well as gold and bronze jewellery (found
around the pelvic area and head), and a pin made of bone.
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Biconical gold bead, probably part of a necklace
[Credit: Lesbos Ephorate of Antiquities] |
The gold
jewellery included two earrings made of thin gold leaf and displaying the
use of granulation, a large biconical bead and a bronze bead, probably
from a necklace.
A chest built of schist and containing a grey ware
amphora still sealed with its lid (made of stone) and a shallow ceramic
bowl, was found north to the burial.
According to the Lesbos Ephorate of Antiquities, the jewels are excellent examples of Early Geometric (8th century BC) gold workmanship.
Source: ANA-MPA [March 05, 2016]
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