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This system first appeared around 2000 BC; [1] its structure reflects the decimal lexical numerals of Semitic languages rather than Sumerian lexical numbers. [2] However, the use of a special Sumerian sign for 60 (beside two Semitic signs for the same number) [1] attests to a relation with the Sumerian system.
Solar eclipses are grouped by their saros number, each series lasts between 1200 and 1600 years and contains from 69 to 87 solar eclipses (most often 70 to 73).Solar eclipses in odd series exist at the ascending node of the Moon's orbit, and even series occur at the descending nodes.
The Venus tablet of Ammisaduqa (Enuma Anu Enlil Tablet 63) is the record of astronomical positions for Venus, as preserved in numerous cuneiform tablets dating from the first millennium BC. It is believed that this astronomical record was first compiled during the reign of King Ammisaduqa (or Ammizaduga), the fourth ruler after Hammurabi .
30 BC. August 1 – Mark Antony, Roman consul and general (suicide) (b. 83 BC) August 12 – Cleopatra VII, queen of Ptolemaic Egypt (likely suicide) (b. 69 BC)
Netjerkare Siptah (also Neitiqerty Siptah and possibly the origin of the legendary figure Nitocris; died c. 2210 BC) was an ancient Egyptian king, the seventh and last ruler of the Sixth Dynasty. Alternatively, some scholars classify him as the first king of the Seventh or Eighth Dynasty. [ 2 ]
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New York. The Empire State has a high income tax rate — 10.9%. Fortunately, it only applies for those truly earning a good living, individuals with an AGI of more than $1,077,550 and couples ...
Three Nile level records from Semna and Kumna in Nubia are also attributable to Sekhemre Khutawy Sobekhotep, the latest of which is dated to year 4, showing that he reigned for at least three complete years. [1] [9] At Semna, a nile level record was made in Year 2 and Year 3. [10] [11] At Kumma, a nile level record was made in Year 4. [11]