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In History / Middle School | 2014-10-15

Which did Sumerians use to sign their names?

A. a sharpened reed
B. a cylindrical seal
C. a family symbol
D. a thumb print

Asked by Yentirb

Answer (3)

B.
For those that could not write (So most), they carried a seal around either on a necklace or otherwise that they could use to stamp with ink to signify 'signing' something.

Answered by Tails | 2024-06-10

its b ;

Answered by kadin0ferguson | 2024-06-13

The Sumerians used cylinder seals as a way to sign their names and authenticate documents. These unique, carved cylinders rolled over clay tablets, leaving impressions that acted as signatures. Thus, the correct answer is B. a cylindrical seal.
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Answered by Tails | 2024-09-25

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