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Cyrus Cylinder

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The Cyrus Cylinder is an ancient Persian artifact created in 539 BC. It’s a clay cylinder inscribed with a declaration by King Cyrus the Great following his conquest of Babylon. The inscription details his policies of allowing exiled peoples to return home and restoring temples. This relic offers valuable insight into Achaemenid imperial administration and is studied by historians, archaeologists, and those interested in early legal codes and intercultural relations.

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Cyrus Cylinder scores 9.25/10 (Excellent) on Lunoo, making it one of the highest-rated options in the Relic category.
What are the best alternatives to Cyrus Cylinder?
See our alternatives page for Cyrus Cylinder for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Emerald Buddha (Phra Kaew Morakot, Bangkok), Standard of Ur, Mao Gong Ding.
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Is Cyrus Cylinder worth it in 2026?
With a score of 9.25/10, Cyrus Cylinder is highly rated in Relic. See all Relic ranked.

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