Antiquities

Antiquities include all the items from the previously mentioned categories. In the excavations at Mežotne hillfort alone, 3604 antiquities have been obtained, although only a small part has been archaeologically examined – both defensive ramparts and the ditch between them were partially excavated, the entrance gate area was studied, and a small section of the plateau was examined. This section had to include items related to craftsmanship, trade, hunting, and fishing.