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These large, two-handled pottery jugs were used to transport and store wine, olive oil, and other liquids. Amphora is Greek for "two ears", and refered to their handles. Their elongated form evolved from Bronze and Early Iron Age storage jars including the Greek/Cretian pithoi jars.

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These large, two-handled pottery jugs were used to transport and store wine, olive oil, and other liquids. Amphora is Greek for "two ears", and refered to their handles. Their elongated form evolved from Bronze and Early Iron Age storage jars including the Greek/Cretian pithoi jars.

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10th Sep 2008 by Diane Earl

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 History

Key Stages:
 Key Stage 2, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4, Key Stage 4+

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