Description: The Phaistos Disc is an enigma, an circular clay disc covered with inscribed symbols on both sides that are unlike any signs in any writing system. It was discovered in the ancient city of Phaistos in Southern Crete in 1908. It is thought to date to around 1700 BC (from associated archaelogical context), roughly contemporary with Its purpose and meaning, and even its original geographical place of manufacture, remain disputed, making it one of the most famous mysteries of archaeology. The disc features 241 tokens, comprising 45 unique signs, which were apparently made by pressing hieroglyphic "seals" into a disc of soft clay. This unique object is now on display at the archaeological museum of Heraklion. Each artwork from the Ancient Relica Series is created to be visually and tactically exciting. The heavy cold feel of the black slate and rough edges drives a sense of discovery. You just can't get this feeling from books or pictures... you need to feel.... let your eyes feel. Experience what it's like to explore the details of these ancient hieroglyphs, pictographs and petroglyphs up close and personal. Our goal is to give you profoundness and discovery - like when such sites were first uncovered. Each Artwork is completely unique and are modeled after the original inscriptions and images. These petroglyphs and carvings you CAN touch! Discover your World! Made in Austin, Texas USA. Others in the series available. 12x 8 inches (Tablet) 13x 8 inches (Tablet + Stand)
Price: 56 USD
Location: Austin, Texas
End Time: 2023-12-04T19:40:19.000Z
Shipping Cost: 0 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Size: Mini (up to 6in.)
Region of Origin: Texas, USA
Handmade: Yes
Production Technique: Etching/engraving
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Style: Ancient Art
Item Height: 8 in
Item Width: 4 in
Material: Black Slate
Time Period Produced: 2000-Now
Format: Slate
Type: Disk
Features: Matted
Subject: Museum Replica
Culture: Greek
Item Length: 8 in
Placement: Ceiling
Signed: No
Color: Black
Year of Production: 2022
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Reproduction
Original/Reproduction: Reproduction
Largest Dimension: Less than 12in.
Unit of Sale: Multi-Piece Work
