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A stone is an artefact when it has been humanly modified, either through concious manufacture into a particular form or through wear caused by use.

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Which artifact allowed scientists to translate hierglyphics?

The artifact that allowed scientists to translate hieroglyphics was the Rosetta Stone. It contained a decree in three scripts: hieroglyphics, Demotic script, and Greek. By comparing the Greek text with the two Egyptian scripts, scholars were able to decipher the hieroglyphics.


What about this artifact could tell us that people living at the time possessed stone carving skills?

The intricacy and precision of the carving, as well as the ability to represent realistic forms or patterns in stone, could indicate that people at the time possessed advanced stone carving skills. Additionally, evidence of tools like chisels or abrasives used to shape the stone would further support this conclusion.


What is an artifact about Cleopatra?

There is only one artifact depicting Cleopatra that we know of. It is a carving on the wall of the temple of Hathor at Dendera. It shows Cleopatra and her son, Caesarion, making an offering to the gods.


What is the artifact called?

The artifact is called the Rosetta Stone. It is a large slab of black basalt inscribed with a decree in three scripts: Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs, Demotic script, and Ancient Greek. Its discovery in 1799 was crucial for understanding and deciphering Egyptian hieroglyphs.


Where do you find the other half stone artifact?

The other half of the stone artifact can usually be found in a different location or with a different person than where the first half was discovered. It may require solving a puzzle, completing a quest, or interacting with specific characters to obtain the other half. Searching thoroughly in relevant areas and speaking with NPCs can lead you to its location.