Syria

Syria, a crossroads of ancient civilizations, hosted cities like Ebla and Ugarit from 3000 BCE onward. Known for early alphabets, bronze artifacts, and trade networks.

Silver chalice from the Beth Misona Treasure, c. 500–700 CE

Beth Misona Treasure Chalice (c.500-700 CE)

Antiquities Asia Byzantine Ceremonial & Religious

The Beth Misona chalice was forged c. 500–700 CE, this Byzantine silver chalice from Syria shows portraits of saints and Christ.

Ancient stone statue of a standing male figure wearing a tall hat and holding a small cup and a staff

Priest King or Deity (Ca.1600 BCE)

Antiquities Asia Hittite Empire Sculpture

Carved around 1600 BCE, this basalt priest king from North Syria stands tall with a horned crown and bone-inlaid eyes, holding a bowl.