Tomb BHS 2 – Jebel Al-Buhais (Sharjah, U.A.E.)
BHS 2 is a Bronze Age (Wadi Suq period) oval shaped, subterranean stone-lined tomb constructed from seven stone courses that gradually incline. Investigations of this tomb resulted in the discovery of skeletal remains, a complete steatite bowl, and bronze spearheads.Citation: Jasim, Sabah Abboud (2012) The Necropolis of Jebel al-Buhais: Prehistoric Discoveries in the Emirate of […]
Tomb BHS 12 – Jebel Al-Buhais (Sharjah, U.A.E.)
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, […]
Tomb BHS 37 – Jebel Al-Buhais
BHS 37 is a Bronze Age / Iron Age, U-shaped subterranean tomb measuring 3.7m in length and 5.3m in width. Investigations of this tomb resulted in the discovery of human remains and a wide range of funerary offerings that included pottery, beads, bronze tools, and steatite containers. Notable was the excavation of numerous classic Wadi […]
