Question

Which of the following soft stones was used to make the seals in Sindhu civilization ?
1. Haematite
2. Magnetite
3. Limonite
4. Steatite

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : Steatite

The correct answer is Steatite.

• Harappan seals are made of Stealite (Soft Stone). 
  • Size varies from ½ inch to 2-1/2 inches.
  • The two main shapes are the square type with carved animals and inscription on it and the rectangular type with an inscription only.
  • The purpose of seals was probably to mark ownership of property, hence every important citizen must have possessed one.

• The Harappan seals are of the great artistic nature of the Harappans.
• Three-cylindrical which were in use in Mesopotamia have been found from Mohenjodaro, one cylindrical seal from Kalibangan, one circular button-shaped seal called the Persian gulf seal has been found from Lothal.
• Total 33 Harrapan seals have been found in different foreign locations.