Tablets of clay

Tablets of clay are ancient writing surfaces made from clay, used by various civilizations, particularly in Mesopotamia. These tablets were shaped from wet clay and inscribed with symbols or characters using a stylus, then often baked to harden them. They served as a medium for recording information, such as administrative records, legal documents, and literary texts. The most famous examples include the cuneiform tablets of the Sumerians and Akkadians. Clay tablets provide valuable insights into early human history, culture, and language, enabling us to understand the development of writing and communication in ancient societies.