Statue of Puzur-Ishtar, governor of Mari

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Babylon vaulted to prominence in the eighteenth century B.C. through a series of strategic alliances and decisive military campaigns led by Hammurabi, who ruled with authority from 1792–1750 B.C. A magnificent terracotta plaque showcases a Mesopotamian king of this era standing tall in heroic grandeur, while exquisite gold jewelry adorned with divine symbols offers a glimpse into the opulent metalwork of the time; several larger examples of intricate sculpture also endure to this day. From this pivotal moment forward, Babylon solidified its position as the most influential city in southern Iraq (Babylonia) until the advent of Alexander's reign.