Terekty (Kazakhstan): ancient Scythian 'Princess' discovered
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Swastika shaped plaques depicting four griffin heads arranged in a circular composition. Photo courtesy of Krym Altynbekov
The sleeves of the garment were adorned with wolf fangs in gold rim. Photo courtesy of Krym Altynbekov
Gold beads of biconical shape. Photo courtesy of Krym Altynbekov
Golden bracelets. Photo courtesy of Krym Altynbekov
Mirror. Photo courtesy of Krym Altynbekov
Bronze cauldron. Photo courtesy of Krym Altynbekov
Brazier. Photo courtesy of Krym Altynbekov
The unique Taksay comb. Photo courtesy of Krym Altynbekov
Golden Woman is one of the most astonishing archeological findings of the recent years. It sheds some light on the wealth and power of the ancient Scythians [Saks]. The Saka were a group of nomadic warrior tribes of Iranian origin, who inhabited the steppes of modern-day Kazakhstan in 1 thousand BC to first centuries AD.