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Archeological excavations in Ardebil where precious goblet found

Ardebil, July 18, IRNA – Archeological excavations began in vicinity of Meshkin Shahr City, in Iran's northwester Ardebil province, where recently a precious ancient goblet was found in recent past, head of Ardebil Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Office said here Friday.

The goblet that led to the beginning of this archeological research work was discovered and confiscated in a consignment of artifacts from smugglers and its archeological value was estimated to be as much as the famous Marlik goblet.

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