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Terracotta dice from the Indus Valley Civilization, dating from 2600-1900 BC, were discovered in Harappa, Pakistan. While their markings resemble modern dice, their true purpose, whether for games, rituals, or something else entirely, remains unknown.
National Museum, Karachi 🇵🇰
(Other similar displayed in Lahore Museum) - Pakistan
#archaeohistories
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