Samples of The Assyrian Precious Stones
Abstract
The rarity of the Precious Stones, the increasing demand for them, and the desire of the Assyrian Kings to have these stone motivated them to seek these priceless materials either by means of trade or by the military campaigns that the Assyrian launched against different nations. The paper mentions the most important types of the precious stone in the Assyrian era and the different fields in which these stones were used. For instance, they were employed in decorating the regal badges like the crown, the scepter and the clothes worn by Kings and gods. They were also used in manufacturing some fatal and cylinder seals, inlaying the regal furniture which was made of wood. They also were used in inlaying the ivory pieces, not to mention their vital role as invaluable jewels and embellishments. In fact, the Assyrian Kings were credited with finding many jewels inlaid with precious stone, which were in the shape of necklaces, earrings, rings and bracelets.