Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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Tell Billa, also known as Shibaniba, is a significant archaeological site located near Bashiqa in Iraq's Nineveh Province. This site, encompassing a considerable mound of about 30 acres, shows evidence of occupation dating back to the Uruk period. It has yielded artifacts such as an Uruk period cylinder seal and preliterate clay tokens. The site's importance continued into the Bronze Age, with a proposal identifying it as the city of Šimānum during the Ur III period. During the Middle and Neo-Assyrian periods, it was known as Šib/manibe and later Šibaniba, respectively. The site has provided a wealth of material from these periods, including Middle Assyrian tablets and faience items. The presence of Parthian ceramics indicates continued occupation into the Classical Period. Overall, Tell Billa offers a rich tapestry of Mesopotamian history, showcasing its evolving cultural and political significance.
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