The Stavropol (Kazinsky) Hoard, 4th-2nd C BCE

The Stavropol (Kazinsky) Hoard was found by a chance in 1910. 16 kg of gold, Sarmatian grave, Scythian jewelry Gold torc (torque / grivna) is dated to the 4th century BCE. [https://www.hermitagemuseum.org] The necklace is made of six identical parts, and it’s hollow. Each of the six parts was separately cast and then soldered. A … Continue reading The Stavropol (Kazinsky) Hoard, 4th-2nd C BCE