Ancient Near Eastern Seals, c. 3000-1000 B.C.E.

Printing Press (Artifact Photo)

Produced for about 5000 years, these seals were made by engraving, in reverse, on a small stone using metal tools. The design becomes apparent only after being rolled across a damp piece of clay.

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Ancient Near Eastern Seals, c. 3000-1000 B.C.E.

Ancient Near Eastern Seals, c. 3000-1000 B.C.E. Printing Museum, Houston, TX. https://printingmuseum.org/. Photo by IEEE History Center.