Turkish Neolithic artifacts show 9,000-year-old precision. Polished stone plates from Karahan Tepe in southeast Turkey date to around 9,400 BC Obsidian ring from Çatalhöyük shows evidence of lathe turning through tribology study Precise grooves, perfect circular shapes and polished dimples found on Turkish artifacts
New archaeological findings at Karahan Tepe and Göbekli Tepe in Turkey continue to reshape understanding of Neolithic society. Recent discoveries include carved T-shaped pillars with human faces dating to approximately 11,000 years ago, along with new monumental statues and architectural elements at both sites. Turkey has revealed approximately 30 new Neolithic artifacts from these southeastern sites.
Key facts:
- Carved human faces at Karahan Tepe, while animal imagery dominates at Göbekli Tepe
- Findings offer insights into ritual life, symbolism and social structures dating back 12,000 years
- Both sites are reshaping understanding of prehistory in the region
Key Facts
- Polished stone plates from Karahan Tepe in southeast Turkey date to around 9,400 BC
- Obsidian ring from Çatalhöyük shows evidence of lathe turning through tribology study
- Precise grooves, perfect circular shapes and polished dimples found on Turkish artifacts
- Similar artifacts found at Göbekli Tepe and throughout Karahan Tepe
- These date to periods when lathe use was supposedly unknown
Related site: Karahan Tepe — view location, images, and history on the Ancient Nerds map.
Source: Incredible Precision in Egypt, Peru & Turkey | Ben Van Kerkwyk | Megalithomania Podcast by MegalithomaniaUK