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The Belozerka fibulae in a broader context
The Belozerka fibulae in a broader context

Author(s): Jan Bouzek
Subject(s): Archaeology
Published by: Muzeul Naţional de Istorie a Moldovei
Keywords: Belozerka culture; fibulae; Greek import; Phoenician import

Summary/Abstract: The article considers several types of fibulae (Pesyira, triangular and arc-shaped), referred to Belozerka culture, as well as earlier fibulae found in the northwestern Black Sea region. The tradition of using fibulas for fastening clothing comes from the Mediterranean region and is dated to pre-colonial period. These items were brought from the Greek world and / or Phoenician world through trade or religion.

  • Issue Year: V/2011
  • Issue No: 1
  • Page Range: 247-254
  • Page Count: 8
  • Language: English