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Gilgamesh, Mesopotamian Cuneiform clay tablet necklace in sterling silver
The "Gilgamesh" necklace offers a captivating journey into the ancient civilization of Mesopotamia and the legendary epic of the king-hero Gilgamesh.
This faithful reproduction of a Mesopotamian ceramic tablet transports us through time, immersing us in the mysteries of cuneiform writing, one of the earliest known forms of writing by humanity. The six lines of Neo-Assyrian pictograms engraved on this tablet tell us an epic story, that of Gilgamesh, the legendary ruler of the city of Uruk and god of the underworld.
Discovered during archaeological excavations at Kouyunjik in Iraq, this tablet, dated between 950 and 612 BCE, is a precious treasure of human history. It is housed in the British Museum in London, bearing witness to the grandeur and cultural richness of ancient Mesopotamia.
Gilgamesh embodies the concept of the "king-hero," a character both powerful and courageous, whose legendary adventures have been immortalized on several tablets scattered throughout the Near East. His story, one of the earliest known literary works, has fascinated and inspired for millennia, demonstrating the ingenuity and creativity of the human mind.
This necklace, beyond being a mere piece of jewelry, is a tangible link to our distant past, an invitation to explore the treasures of Mesopotamian civilization and discover the epic tales that have shaped our understanding of the world. To learn more about the epic of Gilgamesh, you can visit the following link on Wikipedia, where you will find a wealth of information about this legendary hero and his extraordinary journey.
Metal: sterling silver.
Dimensions: about 3.6cm x 2.1cm (or 1.41 inches x 0.82 inches).
Length of the tie: about 90 cm.
I will need 5 working days to make your order before shipping your package.
As we currently dwell in Mexico, provide a period of 3 to 6 weeks to receive your order for free with normal post service. Thank you for taking this information into account before ordering in our shop. At checkout, you will also have the option of choosing an express shipping. (please, read the complete conditions of shipping here).
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I hope you will love this jewel as much as I enjoyed creating it.
By Emmanuelle Guyon.
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