Gerzeh culture, Prehistoric culture in Egypt
The Gerzeh culture, also called Naqada II, was a prehistoric culture in Egypt that lasted from about 3500 to 3200 BC.
It is named after the site of Gerzeh, which was the first to find Gerzean pottery.
The Gerzeh culture is known for its distinctive pottery, as well as its cosmetic palettes and jewelry made from gold, lapis lazuli, and ivory.
Gerzeh culture artifacts can be found in various museums around the world, including the British Museum and the Egyptian Museum in Cairo.
The Gerzeh culture was the first in Egypt to use metal and to have contacts with Western Asia.
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