Asked by Lauren Herlihy on Sep 25, 2024

The steatite seals found in the Indus Valley resemble seals found at contemporary sites in which area?

A) Egypt
B) Mesopotamia
C) Aegean
D) Persia

Steatite Seals

Small carved objects, often from the Indus Valley civilization, made of soft stone (steatite) and used for stamping on clay or sealing documents.

Indus Valley

An ancient civilization that flourished in the Indus River basin, known for its advanced urban planning, architecture, and agricultural practices.

Mesopotamia

An ancient region located in the eastern Mediterranean, bounded by the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, known as one of the cradles of civilization where writing and urban culture first appeared.

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