Treasures of the Sarmatians - from the Azov Museum of History, Archaeology and Paleontology
14 February 2008 - 18 May 2008
Arab Hall

The exhibits displayed mostly belong to the Azov Museum of History, Archaeology and Paleontology. Of special interest are the artifacts found in the 1st century A.D. sepulchral complex within the Dachi burial site located in the Azov city vicinity. It was discovered by archaeologists in 1986. Scientists have found proof it was arranged in honour of a Sarmatian king or distinguished warrior. When excavating the barrow one found a decorous golden sheathed dagger, a golden bracelet and a lavishly decorated harness. The exhibition also includes a display of articles from the State Hermitage Museum collection of Sarmatian art coming from the tomb of an unidentified priestess (burial mound of Khokhlach (Lower Don region). Among them are a neck torque  (grivna), a bracelet, perfume flasks and ornamental golden plaques.