linear B script

Linear B is an ancient writing system used by the Mycenaean civilization in Greece around 1450–1200 BCE. It consists of a set of symbols, or syllabary, representing sounds rather than words directly. Each symbol typically stands for a syllable, making the script efficient for recording items like inventories, goods, and administrative details. Linear B was deciphered in the 1950s and revealed early Greek language elements. Its discovery provides insight into early Greek society, economy, and language, serving as a crucial link between earlier Minoan scripts and later Greek writing systems.