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Orkney Venus Misses Out on Archaeology Award.A tiny neolithic figurine from Orkney has missed out on a prize at this year's British Archaeological Awards. The 5,000-year-old Orkney Venus, which was discovered during excavations in the island of Westray in August last year, is the earliest representation of the human form found in Scotland. It was up for Best Discovery at British Museum awards in London. But the title went to the Staffordshire Hoard - the largest collection of Anglo-Saxon gold - discovered in 2009. The Orkney Venus, a female carving, is just 4cm tall and composed of sandstone. more at http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-north-east-orkney-shetland-10690484 |
Posted by The Eternal20th July 2010ce Edited 20th July 2010ce
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