Guest guest Posted May 15, 2006 Report Share Posted May 15, 2006 The picture is that of Shankhas found in the Mahenjadaro/Harappan escavations and about 5000 years old. Must be the ancient most Shankha. The following is the exact information. 85. Libation vessels. Libation vessels made of the conch shell Turbinella pyrum. One of these is decorated with vermilion filled incised lines. A single spiraling design is carved around the apex and a double incised line frames the edge of the orifice. This type of vessel was used in later times for ritual libations and for administering sacred water or medicine to patients. Material: marine shell, Turbinella pyrum Dimensions of the left vessel: 11.4 cm length, 5.4 cm width, 4.7 cm height. Mohenjo-daro, DK 8538 Mohenjo-daro Museum, 52.2114, MM5073 Kenoyer 1983: 183-4, fig. 3-15, 5. With best wishes Pandit S.P.Tata Visit your group " Terms of Service. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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