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University of Natal, Durban, South Africa, Africa

Museum of Classical Archaeology

Museum or Collection Type:
History & Archaeology
Institutional Type:
Museum

Subject:
Archaeology, Classical Archaeology, Classical Studies

Contact:
Mr Adrian Ryan, Curator
ryana@ukzn.ac.za
Phone: +27 31-260 2312

Additional information:
The Museum of Classical Archaeology is situated at the University of Natal, Durban. The Museum is housed in the Department of Classics, on the ground floor of the Memorial Tower Building and is open for public viewing during the academic year.

Links:
Museum of Classical Archaeology
University of Natal

Description:
The Museums houses original artifacts from ancient Italy, Greece, Egypt, Petra. Boeotia, Persia, and Jerusalem. The artifacts include a wide range of objects, including ceramic ware, sculpture, lamps, bronze medical instruments, coins, and an assortment of specific items.