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Tomb 12 is a Bronze Age, subterranean u-shaped tomb with a narrow entry point. The remains of multiple human skeletons were recovered from the tomb, including from the subsequent Iron Age, indicating reuse. Additionally, a camel skeleton was found adjacent to the tomb’s entrance. Ceramic vessels, metal objects including jewelry were found during excavation.Citation: Jasim, Sabah Abboud (2012) The Necropolis of Jebel al-Buhais: Prehistoric Discoveries in the Emirate of Sharjah, UAE, pp 55-63. Department of Culture and Information, Government of Sharjah, UAE.


Structures, Luluya, Sharjah
Description: Structures from the archaeological site of Luluya, Sharjah, UAE. Luluya is in a hill on the north end of the town of Khor Fakkan on the east coast of Sharjah. ID: Pottery. Methodology: 3D ... Read More
Tomb BHS 66 – Jebel Al-Buhais (Sharjah, U.A.E.)
Tomb 66 is a Bronze Age (Wadi Suq Period), clover shaped , subterranean stone-lined tomb with interconnected burial chambers. Investigations of this tomb resulted in the discovery of many burials and associated funerary offerings including ... Read More
Tomb BHS 69 – Jebel Al-Buhais (Sharjah, U.A.E.)
Tomb 69 is a Bronze Age (Umm an-Nar), circular above ground tomb that measures approximately 9 metes in diameter. Investigations of this tomb resulted in the discovery of only a few skeletal remains and associated ... Read More