Earlier Ubaid Vessels 

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Import restricted since 1990, section I.D.3c of 2008 designated list.

Size: Approximately 10-30 cm in diameter

Date:Neolithic (c. 6800-5500 BC)

Hand-made wares, including fine buff or cream-slipped fabric decorated with thick dark paint with zones of geometric designs such as parallel lines in different directions, zigzags, and chevrons. Forms include bowls with and without ring bases, large dishes, sauceboats, beakers, and globular jars.