Standard of Ur

Definition

The Standard of Ur is an artifact from ancient Mesopotamia that depicts scenes of war and peace on either side. It is believed to have been used as a ceremonial object or flagpole top.

Related terms

Ziggurat:

A massive stepped tower made out of mud-bricks found in ancient Mesopotamian cities. They were religious structures dedicated to worshiping gods.

Cuneiform:

An early system of writing developed by ancient Mesopotamians using wedge-shaped marks on clay tablets.

Hammurabi's Code: A set of laws created by King Hammurabi during his reign in Babylon. It is one of the oldest known legal codes and provides insight into ancient Mesopotamian society.