Name:
Gold Ibex
Location:
Close to Xeste 3.
Appearance:
The artefact is a figurine of an Ibex, coated in Gold, the object is actually hollow.
Uses:
The Ibex is most likely just a gold statue that was intended for religious use, most likely that of an offering.
Significance:
This artefact demonstrates that the people of Thera are advanced enough to mine and smelt gold as well as constructing objects out of said gold.
Expert Opinion:
Christos Doumas comments that it may have been a offering, as it was discovered near Xest 3, a place were rituals were said to be held.
Scientific methods:
Carbon dating and x-rays were used on the artefact to determine it's age and what is on the inside.
Gold Ibex
Location:
Close to Xeste 3.
Appearance:
The artefact is a figurine of an Ibex, coated in Gold, the object is actually hollow.
Uses:
The Ibex is most likely just a gold statue that was intended for religious use, most likely that of an offering.
Significance:
This artefact demonstrates that the people of Thera are advanced enough to mine and smelt gold as well as constructing objects out of said gold.
Expert Opinion:
Christos Doumas comments that it may have been a offering, as it was discovered near Xest 3, a place were rituals were said to be held.
Scientific methods:
Carbon dating and x-rays were used on the artefact to determine it's age and what is on the inside.
