Sumerian Necklace - Rare! Circa 3rd millennium BC This necklace is an elegant ensemble crafted from spherical and melon-shaped beads. This necklace has been restrung. The Sumerians, one of the earliest civilizations in human history, emerged around 4500 BC in Mesopotamia, the fertile land between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. The Sumerians developed a sophisticated society with advanced city-states like Ur and Uruk. Renowned for their invention of cuneiform writing, the Sumerians left an indelible mark on history, shaping the foundations of literature, law, and urban civilization. Dimensions: 250mm x 14mm; weight 29g Provenance: Private UK Ancient Art Collection formerly acquired on the UK, European, and USA Art Markets from pre-1960s Collections. Disclaimer: NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE OF THE EUROPEAN UNION. All items will be shipped from Belgium. The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits. The seller will not ship outside the EU.