Uncovering the Indus Valley Script (Harappan Script)
The Results of the Disclosure of the Indus River Valley Script (Harappan Script) by: Dr. Rudi Hilmanto A. Introduction The Indus River Valley Script is often referred to as the Harappan Script or the Indus Script. This collection of ancient symbols has been found on various artifacts, such as seals and stamps, throughout the civilization's territory [ 1 ] 1. Main Characteristics It consists of a collection of symbols or pictographs. Its meaning has not yet been deciphered or deciphered. Most of the inscriptions discovered are very short. It developed independently, without being influenced by Mesopotamian or Egyptian writing [ 1 ] Here are the visual characteristics of the Indus Valley Script: Shape and Visual Characteristics Combination of Images and Lines: The symbols are pictograms. Some resemble human figures, fish, birds, four-legged animals, plants, and geometric shapes (such as parallel lines or crosses). Very Short Size: These characters are not found in books or long ins...