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The Phaistos Disc, with symbols of unknown significance, from Crete, c
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The Phaistos Disc, with symbols of unknown significance, from Crete, c
XIR106117 The Phaistos Disc, with symbols of unknown significance, from Crete, c.1650 BC (clay) (for other side see 106116) by Minoan; diameter: 16 cm; Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, Crete, Greece; out of copyright
Media ID 22822070
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Circular Pictogram Pictographic Tablet
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The Phaistos Disc - A Mysterious Pictographic Enigma from Ancient Crete
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. This print showcases the enigmatic Phaistos Disc, a remarkable artifact shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Dating back to approximately 1650 BC, this circular clay tablet was discovered in the ancient city of Phaistos on the island of Crete. The disc is adorned with an intricate array of symbols that have puzzled scholars for centuries. Measuring 16 cm in diameter, this unique archaeological find resides within the prestigious Archaeological Museum of Heraklion in Crete, Greece. Its significance lies not only in its age but also in its unconventional form of communication – a pictogram-based language yet to be deciphered by experts. The symbols etched onto the disc are arranged spirally into multiple layers, resembling an elaborate puzzle waiting to be solved. Despite numerous attempts by linguists and archaeologists over time, their meaning remains elusive and open to interpretation. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing image captured by Bridgeman Images, we are reminded of humanity's insatiable curiosity about our past. The Phaistos Disc serves as a testament to our ongoing quest for knowledge and understanding. It stands as a silent witness to an ancient civilization's attempt at visual storytelling and communication - one that continues to captivate us today. Through this photograph, we are invited into a world where symbols hold secrets untold; where history whispers through delicate imprints on clay; where
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