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The exhibited necklace of beads originates from Funerary Complex No. 6 of Kurgan No. 4, excavated in 1982 by Dr. Habil. Eugen SAVA near the town of Taraclia. The beads were found in the chest area of the deceased, indicating that they had been worn as a necklace and had remained in their original position within the funerary assemblage.
The necklace consists of 11 elements made entirely of Egyptian faience. Eight of the beads are spherical and decorated with vertical incisions forming between 14 and 21 raised ribs. Their diameters range from 13 to 20 mm. Two additional elements are scarab representations measuring 23.5 × 19.5 mm, while the final component is a flattened cylindrical pendant bead featuring a central vertical groove and measuring 22 × 9 mm. The objects range in color from light blue to dark blue and violet hues, reflecting the natural deterioration and glaze variations characteristic of Egyptian faience.
Egyptian faience is an artificial quartz-based material coated with an alkaline glaze, typically blue or blue-green in color. It was widely used in Ancient Egypt and later spread throughout the Mediterranean and Pontic regions through trade networks. During the first centuries AD, such objects served as important indicators of cultural and economic contacts between the Mediterranean world and the communities of the North Pontic region.
Owing to its typological, technological, and symbolic characteristics, the Taraclia necklace is an exceptionally valuable artifact for the study of intercultural relations, the circulation of prestige goods, and the funerary practices of the Sarmatian communities during the first centuries AD (1st-2nd centuries AD).

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"A coffee outdoors" with Ariana Trofim

July 22, 2023

On July 22nd, in the courtyard of the National Museum of History of Moldova, took place "A coffee outdoors" with Ariana Trofim, an event where participants had the opportunity to discover the secrets and subtleties of protocol and etiquette.

For 2 hours, the participants enjoyed a relaxing and interactive atmosphere, having the opportunity to ask questions, share experiences and learn new things about the world of protocol and etiquette. Ariana Trofim, master in International Law and author of the practical guide "Institutional Protocol", captivated the audience with her vast knowledge and expertise in the field. Topics such as etiquette and elegance, dress code and the importance of following a dress code, using business cards, arranging a meeting and meeting/conducting a guest were discussed.

The event was an opportunity to get to know the world of protocol and etiquette in an interactive and friendly way, and Ariana Trofim made a positive impression on the participants with her warm and professional approach. On this occasion, the participants had a delicious coffee offered by the organizers, and each of them received a free entrance ticket to the museum, a gesture appreciated by all those present.

We thank all those who were present and contributed to the success of this unique event, and to those interested in the topic of protocol and etiquette, we remind them that Ariana Trofim offers practical courses in this field, addressed to both public and private institutions, as well as to people interested in this fascinating field.

Ariana Trofim is an outstanding personality in the world of protocol, being the laureate of the prestigious "First People" International Competition for Protocol and Etiquette. His contribution to the development and popularization of the protocolist profession was recognized by the award he received in this competition. In addition, she is the only person from the Republic of Moldova certified in international business and diplomatic protocol, which demonstrates her high level of competence in this field.

We are glad to have been able to offer this opportunity for learning and interaction and look forward to future events organized in collaboration with Ariana Trofim and the National Museum of History of Moldova!

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Necklace of Egyptian faience beads discovered at Taraclia

"A coffee outdoors" with Ariana Trofim

July 22, 2023

#Exhibit of the Month