Shell Container
2350 BC - 2100 BC
Shell
Khafajah
4.0 cm x 3.3 cm x 1.5 cm
Shell
Khafajah
4.0 cm x 3.3 cm x 1.5 cm
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Discussion Questions
Use the questions provided to guide your examination of the artifact.
Do you think only women wore makeup in ancient Mesopotamia?
Do you think the Mesopotamians were the only ancient peoples to be concerned with matters of personal adornment?
Where do you think this small white shell was found?