TEHRAN – Iranian authorities have seized a set of gold necklace and bracelet estimated to date from Sassanid era (224–651), Mehr reported.

The jewelry was confiscated from two smugglers of historical relics in Tehran following reports obtained from cultural heritage advocates, the report said.

Under the Sasanians, Iranian art experienced a general renaissance. Metalwork and gem engraving became highly sophisticated. Another characteristic feature of the Sasanian art is rock sculptures carved on limestone cliffs, for example at Bishapur, Naqsh-e Rostam, and Naqsh-e Rajab in Fars province.

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