An Encyclopaedia of Indian Archaeology v1.c9.s18.56
An Encyclopaedia of Indian Archaeology v1.c9.s18.56
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A variety of ceramics was produced for day-to-day use. Bricks and bars were produced for construction. Roof-tiles were known. Some ceramics entered Gujarat from the w. in commercial transactions and were locally reused. Some glazed ceramics [11.26] were also produced. Glass was manufactured or imported and large ear studs, bangles and beads were made from it. Shells, specially conch, were used for making beads, bangles and pendants. Querns, mortars, beads, etc. were produced out of stone. Toys for children as well as dice indicate the objects of amusement.