Publisher's Synopsis
The Babylonian and Assyrian Cylinder-Seals of the British Museum is a book written by Theodore G. Pinches in 1885. The book is a comprehensive catalogue of the cylinder seals that were held in the British Museum at the time. The seals were used in ancient Mesopotamia as a form of identification and signature, and were often used to seal important documents and containers. The book contains detailed descriptions and illustrations of each seal, as well as information on their historical and cultural significance. The seals are organized by period and dynasty, and the book includes a helpful index and glossary for easy reference. Pinches, an Assyriologist and cuneiform scholar, was one of the foremost experts on ancient Mesopotamia in his time. His expertise is evident in the thoroughness and accuracy of his descriptions, making this book an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of ancient Mesopotamia.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
