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The Ancient Greek World

http://www.museum.upenn.edu/Greek_World/index2.html

Provider: University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology


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The University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology presents this virtual exhibit featuring artifacts that illustrate several aspects of life in ancient Greece. Beginning with an introduction to the geography of Greece, the website continues on to provide information about the different periods of Greece such as the Sub-Mycenaean, the Classical, and the Hellenistic. Within categories such as Daily Life, Economy, and Religion and Death, examine relics from this ancient civilization: pottery depicting parties, golden earrings, and a coin struck with the image of Athena. Read about other topics, including Greek gods and goddesses, perfumes and cosmetics, and cemeteries.