Finial - handle of sceptre of green slate in the shape of a panther and axe. Believed to symbolise the secular power and religious authority of the king. From the Palace at Malia, Palaeopalatial period (1800 - 1700 B.C.) - Heraklion Museum

Ewer with relief decoration including animals, plants and seashells. From the Palace at Malia, Palaeopalatial period (1800 - 1700 B.C.) - Heraklion Museum

Semi cylindrical sard seal with a brief hieroglyphic inscription. From the Palace at Malia, Palaeopalatial period (1800 - 1700 B.C.) - Heraklion Museum

Bronze dagger with a hilt of perforated gold plate. From the Palace at Malia, Palaeopalatial period (1800 - 1700 B.C.) - Heraklion Museum